Description
Discover the secret to creating delicious tofu dishes with Marry Me Tofu! From crispy tofu stir-fries to creamy tofu desserts, elevate your cooking game today.
Ingredients
- – 1 block (350g / 12.3oz) extra-firm tofu, drained, and torn into bite-sized pieces
- – 3 tablespoons (45 ml) all-purpose flour (gluten-free if preferred)
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) black pepper
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- – 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- – 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable broth
- – 1 cup (240 ml) dairy-free heavy cream (see notes for options)
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) nutritional yeast
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) crushed red pepper flakes (reduce or omit if you don’t like spice)
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) oregano
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) thyme
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt (or to taste)
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) sun-dried tomatoes, drained if in oil and chopped
- – 1 handful fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Place the tofu along with the flour, salt, and pepper into a medium-sized bowl, and gently turn the pieces to coat them evenly with the flour blend.
- Warm the olive oil in a large frying pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the tofu pieces, leaving any excess flour behind. Cook the tofu for a few minutes on each side until they are golden all around. Take the tofu out of the pan and set it aside on a plate.
- Return the pan to the stove and lower the heat to medium. Introduce the garlic, cooking for about a minute until it begins to lightly brown. Pour in the vegetable broth, using a spoon to scrape any browned bits off the pan’s bottom while stirring. Add the dairy-free cream, nutritional yeast, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, thyme, and salt. Stir thoroughly, let it simmer, and cook for a few minutes.
- Add the tofu back to the pan, mixing it with the sauce and sun-dried tomatoes. Warm everything through, cooking for a few more minutes.
- Decorate with basil and serve hot with pasta, rice, quinoa, mashed potatoes, or alongside crusty bread.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, opt for a high-quality non-dairy heavy cream alternative.
- Adjust salt to taste, as sun-dried tomatoes can contribute saltiness.
- Feel free to incorporate additional veggies like spinach or bell peppers for enhanced flavor and nutrition.