178 tofu main dish recipes

Crispy golden fried tofu stuffed with crunchy bean sprouts and cucumber, drizzled with a fiery chili-peanut sauce. This classic Malaysian street food favorite is vegetarian, packed with bold Southeast Asian flavors, and ready in minutes.

A Moroccan-inspired vegetarian couscous loaded with tofu, chickpeas, mushrooms, walnuts, and raisins in a spiced tomato-curry sauce. Hearty, plant-based, and full of North African warmth.

Vegan tofu bourguignon with red wine-marinated baked tofu, sauteed mushrooms, and a rich thyme-tarragon gravy. A plant-based twist on the French classic, served over pasta or rice.

Garbanzo bean pizza with a gluten-free chickpea puree crust topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Italian herbs. High-protein, grain-free, and surprisingly crispy.

Mushroom noodle casserole layers whole-wheat pasta, sauteed mushrooms and onions, and a blended tofu cottage cheese topped with toasted bread crumbs. A dairy-free vegan main that bakes in 20 minutes after assembly.

Santa Fe blue corn casserole layers blue cornmeal batter with cumin-spiced pinto beans, green chilies, tomato sauce, and a generous topping of cheese. A Southwestern vegetarian-friendly bake with serious New Mexico flavor.

Vegetarian Mexican chili burgers made with seven-grain cereal, brown rice, tofu, green chilies, and cumin. Pan-fried golden brown with no meat needed. Makes 12 patties.

Brown rice casserole with tofu, mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, and cheese seasoned with cumin and nutritional yeast. A hearty vegetarian baked main dish loaded with vegetables.

Tofu and broccoli stir-fry in a gingery sherry-soy sauce with crunchy bean sprouts, served over rice. A fast, vegan weeknight dinner that comes together in one wok, gluten-free with tamari.

Vegetarian shepherd's pie with kidney beans, corn, and stewed tomatoes under a layer of garlicky basil mashed potatoes, finished with melted cheddar. A meatless take on the British classic.

Indonesian salad with pan-fried tofu, boiled potatoes, steamed spinach and cabbage, and fresh bean sprouts, topped with a blended spicy peanut dressing. Vegetarian, ready in 30 minutes.

Grilled tofu satay skewers with a creamy coconut-peanut satay sauce and a tangy vinegar-chili dipping sauce. A vegan take on the Southeast Asian classic with bold curry and lemongrass flavors.

Chinese-style tofu stir-fry in a savory miso, tahini, soy sauce, and honey bean sauce with mushrooms, red peppers, and ginger. A quick vegetarian wok dinner served over rice.

Rice or ramen noodles make a good partner for this tofu-enhanced vegetable dish with rich mushroom sauce inspired by traditional Chinese cooking.

A cheesy and flavorful vegetarian quiche is made of cheese, yogurt, tofu and assorted vegetables. If you don't have egg substitute, use eggs instead.

Earthy shiitake mushrooms, tender nettle greens, and golden tofu cubes nestle in a savory custard for a springtime quiche that celebrates foraged ingredients and umami flavors.