Five different ways with tofu
I used to think tofu was something I could live without! When I learnt how to prepare and cook tofu properly, I realised that tofu is tasty, versatile and definitely something I need! Here I am going to share five different ways with tofu which I hope you will love as much as I do.
Yesterday, it was National Tofu Day, and the start of National Tofu Month! So, this month is most definitely the time to try tofu!
If you use the search bar on this website and type tofu (or use the drop down recipe function), you will find over twenty recipes using tofu!
What can I use tofu for?
Tofu has a neutral flavour and can be used for both savoury and sweet dishes. Tofu comes in silken and firm varieties, the former usually being used for sweet dishes due to it’s smooth consistency.
To use firm tofu, firstly it needs pressing to extract as much of the water content as possible. You can buy a tofu press (see below) or wrap in kitchen towel and put a heavy weight on it (a chopping board and several tins works well).
Once the tofu is pressed, you chop it to your desired shape, then add your seasoning or marinade, before baking, frying or roasting.
The 5 ways with tofu
Here are my favourite tofu recipes from the blog.
Crumbed Tofu with Barbecue Relish
Vegan vegetable & Tofu Burgers
Useful items for cooking tofu
Each tofu recipe has its own requirements, but here are a few items specific to tofu. I receive a small commission if you click and purchase through these links (this is at no additional cost to you) which helps keep this website running!
Storage
Please see individual recipes for storage details. Tofu generally keeps for several days in the fridge and freezes well too.
Sharing
I hope you have a play with tofu and see how great (& versatile) it is! I love seeing your adaptions and interpretations of my recipes and I’d love to see your tofu photos!
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Laurena x