Recipes with tofu for those who want to fall in love with this ingredient

Do you already know tofu? It is an oriental food known for being a sort of “soy cheese” with a light flavor, which makes the ingredient very versatile in the kitchen. And for those on an animal protein-free diet, this is a great solution, as tofu recipes are rich in calcium and omega 3. If you haven’t tried using it in your meals, check out these recipes with tofu that the Kitchen Guide separate and do

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! Due to its taste, tofu goes well with many savory and sweet foods. Select your favorites and play at home today!

Check out 5 tofu recipes you can enjoy whenever you want

Strawberry tofu cake

Strawberry Tofu Cake – Photo: Shutterstock
Time:

25min (+10h of fridge)

Performance:

8 portions

Difficulty:

easy

Ingredients:

• 1 pack of strawberries (300 g)
• 2 boxes of strawberry flavored gelatin powder
• 1 cup hot water (tea)
• 1/3 cup (tea) cream cheese
• 2 1/2 cups soft tofu, washed and drained

Method of preparation:

1. Reserve 5 strawberries to decorate.
2. Cut the rest into slices and set aside.
3. Dissolve the gelatin in the water.
4. In a bowl, heat the ricotta in the microwave at maximum power for 30 seconds, or heat it on the stove, over medium heat, in a bain-marie, until it reaches the desired consistency.
5. In a blender, blend the ricotta, gelatin and tofu on low speed until smooth.
6. Add the reserved sliced ​​strawberries to the cream and pour this mixture into a medium removable rim shape.
7. Refrigerate for 10 hours or until set.
8. Develop and decorate with reserved strawberries. Serve.

Pea broth, mint, ginger and tofu

Pea broth with mint, ginger and tofu – Photo: Guia da Cozinha
Time:

1h (+12h of soaking)

Performance:

6 portions

Difficulty:

easy

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 crushed garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ginger (minced)
• 3 cups peas (frozen)
• 1 cup of water (tea)
• ½ cup mint leaves (tea)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Tofu cubes and peas to garnish

Method of preparation:

1. In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat and saute the onion and garlic for 3 minutes.
2. Then add the ginger and sauté for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the peas and water and cook for 5 minutes after boiling.
4. Wait for it to cool down and blend the mint to give the broth a refreshing flavour.
5. Return to the heat to warm through, season with salt and pepper, transfer to individual bowls and garnish with tofu and peas and serve.

Tofu with coconut sauce

Tofu with Coconut Sauce – Photo: Guia da Cozinha
Preparation time:

10 minutes

Performance:

6 portions

Difficulty:

easy

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup chives (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon of minced ginger
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• salt to taste
• 2 glasses (400 ml) of light coconut milk
• 400 g of diced tofu
• 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil

Method of preparation:

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over high heat.
2. Add the chives, ginger and garlic and stir for about 2 minutes.
3. Add all other ingredients, except the basil, reduce the heat and boil for another 5 minutes.
4. Sprinkle with basil and serve with white rice.

tofu stroganoff

Stroganoff is one of the recipes with tofu that you can make at home – Photo: Guia da Cozinha
Time:

30 minutes

Performance:

4 portions

Difficulty:

easy

Ingredients:

• 1/2 chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon of wheat flour
• 1 cup (200 ml) of milk
• 5 tablespoons of ketchup
• 1 cup light cream cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 cups tofu (diced)

Method of preparation:

1. Over medium heat, heat a pan with the butter and sauté the onion for 3 minutes.
2. Sprinkle with flour and fry 2 minutes.
3. Pour in the milk, a little at a time, stirring until it thickens.
4. Add the ricotta, ketchup, salt and pepper and mix.
5. Add the tofu cubes and cook 2 minutes.
6. Serve then accompanied by brown rice and green salad.

Oriental tofu with vegetables

Oriental tofu with vegetables – Photo: Guia da Cozinha
Time:

30 minutes

Performance:

6 portions

Difficulty:

easy

Ingredients:

• 500 g of diced tofu
• 3 tablespoons of wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons of soybean oil
• 2 coarsely grated carrots
• 1 cup green beans (diced)
• 1 red pepper in strips
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (shoyu)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Green onion to decorate
• Toasted white sesame seeds for sprinkling

Method of preparation:

1. Dip the tofu in the wheat flour.
2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and fry the tofu until golden brown.
3. Remove and reserve in a warm place.
4. Put the vegetables in the same pan and sauté them for 5 minutes over high heat or until they are crunchy.
5. Remove and reserve.
6. Add the tofu, vegetables, soy sauce, season with salt, black pepper and mix.
7. Garnish with green onions and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
8. Serve immediately.

Source: Terra

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