A collection of my best tofu recipes! These plant based tofu recipes are quick and easy to make, bursting with flavor and tons of texture - guaranteed to satisfy all eaters! Whether you already love tofu or haven't even tried it yet, I'm sure you'll find a tasty, new tofu dish to try.
If you’ve been around Simply Ceecee for awhile, you know I’m obsessed with tofu recipes. Super versatile and filling, tofu is a popular staple in vegan, vegetarian, and plant-based kitchens. It's a healthy, low carb, low calorie, gluten free vegan meat substitute that's a rich source of protein.
For more information about the health benefits and nutritional value of tofu (a centuries old plant protein), read this article ('Soy') by leading health expert, Dr. Michael Greger, at Nutrition Facts dot org.
For more easy tofu dinner ideas, check out my Tofu Recipes page!
The Best Tofu Recipes Worth Trying
I'm sure you've heard the rumors that tofu is weird, bland, and rubbery. Well, I'm here to tell you that the rumors aren't true - at least when the tofu is properly seasoned and cooked!
If you've been cooking tofu for awhile, skip straight to the tofu recipes below. If you're new to tofu, start with my Tofu Guide for all my best tips and tricks for how to cook tofu like a pro then hit the easy tofu recipes below!
What is tofu, anyway?
Tofu is easy to make from scratch (and very affordable to buy at the store). This soy-based food is made by soaking soybeans, blending them until smooth and milky, curdling the soy milk, then pressing the soy curds into a solid block. Once pressed, tofu is a super versatile, neutral tasting, plant-based protein that is an amazing ingredient for vegan and vegetarian dishes.
Softer tofu can be blended to make a vegan mousse or vegan ricotta substitute for lasagna or mashed to make vegan scrambled eggs. Typically I bake extra firm tofu to add protein and hearty texture to bowls, and salads.
If you've got more questions about tofu - anything from 'What is tofu?' and 'Is tofu healthy?' to selecting, seasoning, and cooking tofu properly, you'll find all the answers in my comprehensive tofu guide: How to Cook Tofu that Tastes Good!
The 2 BEST SECRETS for making tofu taste good is knowing how to season it and cooking it properly.
Breakfast & Lunch Recipes
Tofu Scrambled Eggs
If you've got tofu scrambled eggs leftover, you won't be disappointed making this vegan egg salad sandwich for lunch - it's like no vegan egg salad you've ever tasted - I promise!
Tofu Wraps
For more healthy tofu wraps try my Vegan Salad Rolls with spicy peanut hoisin dipping sauce or the Collard Green Wraps with peanut ginger sauce.
My Favorite Way to Cook Tofu x 3!
There are so many quick ways to cook and season tofu. Below I share 3 EASY tofu cooking methods that everyone should know plus how to serve them.
I like to add baked tofu to Buddha bowls, tofu sandwiches, and vegetarian tacos. But my favorite, go-to weeknight meal is to make an epic salad packed with tons of veggies (fiber), lots of crunch (like crispy lentils), a killer dressing, and top it with crispy baked tofu (protein). It's the best, easiest, healthy, protein rich, vegan dinner recipe that's slightly different every time you make it!
Trust me, once you've cooked a batch of tofu, you’ll find a million uses for it!
Succulent Oven Baked Tofu
Crispy Air Frier Tofu
Sizzling Pan Fried Tofu
Vegan Chicken Nuggets (kids' favorite!)
If you're look for tofu recipes that kids (and adults) will love, I've got a good one for you!
Easy Vegan Dinner Recipe
There's nothing more satisfying than biting into a meaty, crispy tofu tender bathed in a scrumptious sauce. Here's 2 of our favorite easy weeknight tofu dinner recipes:
Crispy Orange Tofu (like Panda's)
Oven Baked Teriyaki Tofu
Tofu Bowls Recipes
We eat a lot of meals in bowls at our house, and these 2 tofu bowls are at the top of the list! When you're craving a fresh and healthy, but satisfying, meatless meal that's bursting with delicious flavor and tons of crunch, try one of these tofu bowls packed with veggies and tasty sauces.
Spicy Tofu Peanut Noodle Bowls
Vegan Taco Bowls
Easy Tofu Marinade Recipes
There are lots more easy tofu recipes on the blog from cheese to pastas and more. Plus there are tons of popular vegan dinner salads and bowls to serve with the tofu. Enjoy!
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10 Easy Tofu Recipes (and how to cook tofu)
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INGREDIENTS
- 350 gram tofu block, extra firm, organic
- spices of choice
INSTRUCTIONS
- To start, check the tofu recipe you are making to see if extra time is required for pressing the tofu. If so, you can press the tofu up to a few days in advance then store it in the refrigerator wrapped in paper towelling until ready to use.
- If you are marinating tofu, get started with that step first. Then prepare the other recipe ingredients so everything is ready at the same time.
- Once the tofu block is drained and pressed (if needed), your meal will be ready to enjoy in ~ 20 minutes.
NOTES
- Meal Prep: These tofu recipes are easily doubled to be enjoyed all week in lunches and dinners.
- Million Dollar Tip: Remember, don't over cook the tofu as that makes it dry and rubbery instead of succulent and crispy.
- Pressing Tofu: Don't press every drop of liquid out of the tofu because that leaves it dry and crumbly (see my tofu 101 guide for a deep dive into preparing tofu).
- Buying tofu: Choose organic, non GMO extra firm tofu if available. Find tofu in the produce section or refrigerated aisle at most grocery stores.
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