151 too fu recipes

Crispy fried tofu presses firm Chinese or Japanese tofu, slices it thin, then deep fries until puffy and golden. Two-ingredient vegetarian appetizer with shatter-crisp edges.

Grilled tofu marinated in orange juice and soy sauce, pressed until firm, then charred on the grill. Three ingredients, vegetarian, and full of smoky-citrus flavor.

Eggplant with tofu stir-fries thinly sliced Japanese eggplant and silky tofu cubes with garlic, fresh chiles, basil, and salty yellow bean sauce. A Thai-style 30-minute vegetarian main.

Vegan tofu spread blended with cashews, lemon juice, dill, and pimentos, thickened with tapioca. A dairy-free dip or sandwich spread with a creamy, cheese-like texture.

Creamy tofu dip blended with ripe avocado, fresh ginger, garlic, tahini, and parsley. No cooking required, just five minutes and a food processor. Vegan and naturally dairy-free.

Tofu mayonnaise made with soft tofu, nonfat yogurt, Dijon mustard, and garlic blended smooth. A low-fat, vegetarian mayo substitute with only 2 tablespoons of oil.

Mapo tofu is a Sichuan classic: silky tofu simmered with ground pork, black bean garlic sauce, and red chili paste, ladled over steamed white rice.

Tofu quiche with broccoli, cheese, and picante sauce blended into a creamy, high-protein filling. A lighter, lower-calorie twist on classic quiche.

Crispy deep-fried tofu triangles stuffed with curried tofu, mushrooms, and ginger in wonton wrappers. A fusion appetizer that's part samosa, part wonton, and totally addictive. Makes 30.

Fruity tofu smoothie blended with white grape juice, silken tofu, and fresh strawberries. A creamy vegan protein boost ready in 10 minutes. Swap in banana, mango, or peach.

Five-spice tofu simmered in soy sauce, star anise, and molasses for a deeply savory, aromatic Chinese-style appetizer. Make-ahead and keeps in the fridge for a week.

Tofu burgers with grated carrot, minced leeks, and ground sesame seeds. Pan-fried until crispy and golden, these vegetarian patties hold together without eggs or breadcrumbs.

Thai-style coconut tofu soup with golden-fried tofu, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chili in a silky coconut milk broth. Vegan, naturally gluten-optional.

Vegetable and tofu triangles wrap grated carrots, zucchini, spinach, crumbled tofu, and cheddar in crisp pastry. A vegetarian hand pie that freezes well for lunches.

Indonesian tofu satés marinated in sweet kecap manis and garlic, skewered, and broiled until the edges catch color. Served with a quick peanut-chili dipping sauce for a vegetarian take on a Southeast Asian street food classic.

Dairy-free tofu cream cheese flavored with lime juice, dill, and caraway seeds. Just blend until smooth and spread on bread or baked potatoes. Vegan, high-protein, and ready in minutes.