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Mary Me Tofu Recipe

Creamy Mary Me Tofu Recipe to Delight Your Taste Buds

This Mary Me Tofu Recipe offers a comforting, plant-based dish with rich flavors and endless customization.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 14 ounces extra-firm tofu Press for 15 minutes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Optional but recommended
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil Use for sautéing garlic
  • 1 cup vegetable broth Can substitute with mushroom broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk Can substitute with cashew cream or oat milk
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes Can replace with roasted red peppers
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon oregano Can substitute with basil or thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
  • nutritional yeast Optional For cheesy flavor
Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Heavy object for pressing

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by pressing the extra-firm tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Wrap the tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and place a heavy object on top. Once pressed, cut it into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Toss the tofu cubes in cornstarch and fry them for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine. Add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thick.
  4. Return the crispy tofu to the skillet and gently stir to coat in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes to allow tofu to absorb flavors.
  5. Remove from heat, let rest, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve over whole grain pasta or spiralized zucchini.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Press the tofu well for at least 15 minutes to prevent sogginess and ensure crispiness. Fry in batches to avoid steaming. Customize the sauce with nut butter or extra veggies as desired.

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