Tofu
It’s true, not everyone loves tofu, but these awesome recipes featuring the famous bean curd just might do the trick of letting omnivores know just how delicious tofu can be. Tofu is infinitely versatile, and it’s a great low-calorie source of protein and calcium.
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1 - Thai Coconut Tofu
- Sara, from the HeartMath Institute, September 6, 2015, Source
Dress up your tofu with this delicious mix of red curry, lime juice and coconut milk. For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red curry. Enjoy!
½ onion, sliced
½ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoons pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
½ teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons oil
1 cup coconut milk
½ cup green peas
2 medium fresh tomatoes, sliced
14 ounces extra firm tofu
Marinade:
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seed oil
¼ cup coconut sugar, or sugar of choice
- Cut tofu in 1 inch thick slices. Put tofu slices in baking dish and cover with marinade. Bake @ 350◦ for about 25 minutes, checking periodically. Let cool and cut in small squares.
- Meanwhile, sauté onions for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook until they are beginning to wilt. Be careful not to overcook.
- Heat coconut milk, curry paste, lime zest and cilantro in a small saucepan.
- Toss tofu squares, vegetables and sauce, serve warm.
Total cooking time: 1 hour
Serves: 4