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    Home » Recipes » Best Easy Tofu Recipes

    Best Easy Tofu Recipes

    Published: Apr 29, 2022 · by Nico

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    Are you curious about tofu, and in need of ideas for easy tofu recipes? You've come to the right place! Tofu is a versatile ingredient, very nutrient-dense, and high in protein yet low in fat. What's not to love?!

    Browse through this list, and take your pick with recipes that show tofu in new ways: crispy, baked, fried tofu, pasta, curry, and delicious sauces. Hopefully, you will get as excited about tofu as we are - and get inspired to cook tofu in new ways!

    25 Tofu recipes including curry, soup and salad

    BEST TOFU RECIPES

    Here are some basic and easy cooking methods for making tofu tasty:

    • Chewy tofu with this air fryer tofu
    • Easy fried tofu (and perfect for salads)
    • Grilled or pan-fried marinated tofu

    Vegan egg salad
    If you are looking for a great, quick, and fulfilling vegan lunch or snack idea, you need to try this vegan egg salad. Made with tofu, vegan mayo, and herbs, it’s great on a sandwich or on its own.

    vegan egg salad sandwich

    Tofu salad
    This is the perfect springtime and summertime dish. Tofu’s remarkable ability to get flavorful and crunchy makes it the ideal protein choice for this healthy yet delicious meal.

    vegan tofu salad with tahini dressing

    Orange tofu
    This easy vegan dish is the best alternative to orange chicken. We use crispy oven-baked tofu coated in a sticky, sweet and sour orange sauce. It's tasty, tangy, and delicious.

    Orange tofu in a bowl

    Tofu curry
    Making a great tofu curry is easy. Here we'll show you how to put this meal together in less than 30 minutes, and make the best everyday vegan curry recipe.

    vegan curry served in a bowl with basmati rice, cilantro and lemon wedges

    Tofu soup
    This tofu soup is quick, tasty, and easy. You can make it in 20 minutes, with simple ingredients and seasonal veggies any time of the year.

    winter vegan soup with tofu

    Fried Tofu
    Pan-fried tofu is delicious and flavorful, but the texture can be tough, chewy, and jerky-like. Here’s a simple cooking method that makes fried tofu taste great and feel just as good in your mouth. This recipe is ready in 15 minutes.

    easy pan fried tofu in a plate

    Tofu meatballs
    Yes, with our tofu meatballs you can have meatballs without the meat. This recipe is quick and easy to make with very simple ingredients. It's cozy, incredibly tasty, and satisfying.

    tofu meatballs in a sub with marinara sauce

    Fried Tofu with mushrooms
    Pan-fried tofu with mushrooms is a quick and delicious recipe that is perfect for everyday, last-minute dinner.

    bite out of pan fried tofu

    Easy Tofu pasta (Bolognese)
    Tofu pasta 
    is a delicious vegan recipe with tasty crumbled tofu and a rich tomato sauce. This is essentially a tofu bolognese that you can put together for a quick, easy, and nutritious meal in less than 30 minutes.

    tofu pasta with tofu bolognese

    Lemon Tofu
    Pan-fried tofu with lemon sauce is an easy, everyday recipe prepared in just 10 mins. Simply fry the tofu on a pan with little olive oil and coat it in a quick lemon sauce.

    lemon tofu

    Tofu Cacciatore
    This tofu cacciatore is based on the original chicken cacciatore (hunter's style chicken) recipe from Italy. It's baked tofu with olives, fresh herbs, and a rich tomato sauce.

    tofu cacciatore

    MORE EASY VEGAN TOFU RECIPES

    • Spinach Pesto with tofu
    • Tofu in Pizzaiola Sauce
    • Tofu scramble

    Vegan fish
    A simple meal, that you can make in half an hour in the oven, as an everyday dinner. We serve this one as a fish replacement, and we cook it exactly like white fish is cooked in Italy.

    vegan fish

    Tofu Cream Cheese
    This tofu vegan cream cheese is made with 5 simple ingredients and it's smooth, velvety, and perfect to use as a starter, dip, or spread in a sandwich.

    tofu cream cheese with tomato confit

    Spinach tofu cutlets
    These spinach cutlets with tofu are easy to make, with really basic, everyday ingredients, mixed together in a food processor, shaped into cutlets, and baked for just over 20 minutes.

    Tofu and spinach cutlets

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH TOFU

    These easy tofu meals go well with grains, bread, and vegetable side dishes. Take your pick here for some inspiration:

    • 25 vegetable side dishes
    • 10 delicious artichoke recipes
    • 25 vegan salad recipes
    • 25 best vegan appetizers
    • 30 best lazy vegan recipes
    • 40 vegan pasta recipes

    For many more easy and quick tofu meals make sure to check out our Tofu Recipes Page!

    25 Tofu recipes including curry, soup and salad

    Best Easy Tofu Recipes

    Author: Nico
    Wondering how to cook with tofu? We've got you covered with these 25 Tofu recipes including baked and fried tofu, salads, best sauces to serve with tofu, soup, curry, and more.
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    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American Italian
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 300 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Check each individual tofu recipe for ingredients required.

    Instructions
     

    • How to store: Keep these tofu recipes stored in the refrigerator, ideally in an airtight container, for up to 3 days.
    • How to reheat: Warm it up on the stovetop or in the microwave. Before serving garnish with fresh herbs.
    • How to freeze: You can also freeze the meals for up to 3 months. To freeze, let it cool down first, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly container, leaving some space to allow it to expand. Thaw in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop. Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs, and optionally a drizzle of sesame oil.

    Nutritional Values

    Nutrition Facts
    Best Easy Tofu Recipes
    Amount Per Serving (200 g)
    Calories 300
    % Daily Value*
    Carbohydrates 40g13%
    Protein 12g24%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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