Many people are reluctant to try tofu because it has no colour and it doesn't really have any taste. What makes tofu so delicious is the flavours that you add to it.
What is Tofu
I have also seen a dessert tofu that has an almond flavour.
There is also cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, swiss) made from tofu. It comes in blocks, shredded and slices. I have tried the mozzarella and cheddar and it's pretty good in a sandwich.
Great Stuff on Amazon
Here are a few great books on cooking with tofu.
Tofu Cookery
Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 10/10/2008)
The Tofu Cookbook, New Edition: Over 150 Quick and Easy Recipes
Amazon Price: (as of 10/10/2008)
Tofu 1-2-3
Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/10/2008)
This Can't Be Tofu!: 75 Recipes to Cook Something You Never Thought You Would--and Love Every Bite
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 10/10/2008)
Tofu Cookery (25th Anniversary)
Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 10/10/2008)
Scrambled Tofu
Scrambled tofu is my favourite tofu recipe. It's quick and easy. This can be eaten as a lunch in a sandwich or at dinner on a plate with a salad.Cut a slice of tofu (depends how many sandwiches you are making. A 1" slice will be enough for one sandwich. Crumble the tofu by hand, into a bowl. Add two squirts of honey mustard and two squirts of ketchup. Mix well.
Put a small amount of oil (I use sunflower oil) in pan and add mixture.
Stir with spatula so the mixture doesn't stick. Cook until the moisture is gone and the tofu is a golden brown colour. It usually takes about 10 minutes to cook.
Tofu Balls
Here's another recipe that I enjoy. These look just like meatballs and they taste delicious.2" wide slice of firm tofu
1 spring onion chopped
1/2 carrot shredded
1 squirt of honey mustard
1 tbsp. tomato sauce
1 tbsp. of garlic or to taste
Bread crumbs
In a fry pan saute onion, carrot and garlic in oil until they are slightly brown.
In a bowl add tofu and crumble, then add onion, carrot, honey mustard, tomato sauce and breadcrumbs. Just add a small amount of breadcrumbs at first until you feel that the mixture will stick together.
Grease a cookie sheet with oil and preheat oven to 375F.
Roll mixture into balls and place on the cookie sheet, rolling in oil so that the entire ball is coated.
Bake in oven for 20 minutes or until brown. After 10 minutes turn each ball over.
Makes about 10 balls.
These are great with a spaghetti dinner. Another way I like to eat them is cold. I make them up ahead of time and refrigerate them. They become firmer and are tasty with a salad.
Honey Garlic Sauce
Lately I've been adding honey garlic sauce to my tofu balls instead of tomato sauce. This adds a nice flavour and the honey holds the tofu balls together better.
Another Idea
When the tofu balls are cooked, try simmering them in tomato soup, about half a can. This is very good over rice.
Tofu Burgers
1" slice of tofu (more if you like a thick burger)
1 squirt of honey mustard
1 squirt of bbq sauce or ketchup
onion grated (I usually just grate a small amount, but you can add as much as you like)
3 tbsp bread crumbs
Mix all ingredients well and shape into a flat patty. Put olive oil or sunflower oil in frypan and cook patty for 10 minutes or until brown. Flip the patty after 5 minutes.
Place in bun with pickles, lettuce, tomato. Tofu burgers are good with fries or salad on the side.
Enjoy!
Kid Friendly Tofu Recipes
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Great Stuff on Amazon
5 Lbs Dried Soy Beans - Certified Organic Sprouting Seed - 5 Lb. Nitrogen Packed Can - High Germination Rate - Soybeans for Seed, Sprouting Sprouts, Making Soymilk & Tofu, Food Storage, Hydroponics, Gardening, Cooking & More. All Natural Soybeans Are High in Vitamins, Minerals and Other Nutrients. Excellent for Food Storage & Emergency Supplies.
Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 10/10/2008)
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Amazon Price: $29.00 (as of 10/10/2008)
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CCGAL
I love tofu!!! I'm looking forward to trying your recipes. One thing I've wanted to do for a LONG time is make my own tofu - I see you've got links to dried soybeans that's what reminded me I want to do that myself. Aloha Tofu Pie is super easy and the only tofu recipe my husband will eat - it's not super healthy, but gosh is it ever GOOD. Posted October 02, 2008 |
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aritas03
i love tofu, we actually just started a business selling vegan products Posted September 18, 2008 |
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SemperFidelis
Nice work. Tofu is such and excellent source of protein. 5* and favorited. :o) Posted September 14, 2008 |
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