Tofu Four Ways

Smoked tofu

• Smoked tofu

Marinated tofu

• Tofu
• 1 tsp miso paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika

Tempura tofu

• Tofu
• 1/2 cup rice flour
• 1/4 cup sparkling water or beer
• A pinch of salt
• Baking soda (optional)
• Oil for frying

Blended tofu creams

• Tofu
• Plant milk
• Cacao
• Syrup
• A pinch of salt
• For savory spreads: veggie stock, olive oil, nutritional yeast, roasted veggies, fresh herbs, or other flavors you like

Smoked tofu

1. 1 Look for smoked tofu on the label and check the ingredients because some brands use fake flavors.
2. 2 Lightly fry it and use it in soups, stir-fries, or salads.

Marinated tofu

1. 1 Mix the miso paste, olive oil, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika into a marinade.
2. 2 Cut the tofu and coat it in the marinade.
3. 3 Let it sit for 1 hour.
4. 4 Bake at 200C for about 15 minutes.

Tempura tofu

1. 1 Whisk the rice flour, sparkling water or beer, salt, and optional baking soda into a batter.
2. 2 Coat the tofu in the batter.
3. 3 Fry until golden.
4. 4 Drain on paper towels.

Blended tofu creams

1. 1 For dessert, blend tofu with plant milk, cacao, syrup, and a pinch of salt.
2. 2 For savory spreads, blend tofu with veggie stock, olive oil, and flavors like nutritional yeast, roasted veggies, or fresh herbs.