18 Fantastic Tofu Recipes (That Even Tofu Skeptics Will Love!) - Full of Plants (2024)

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Say goodbye to bland and flavorless tofu, these recipes are nothing like that!

Tofu is one of the most popular source of protein in vegan cooking. It’s definitely one of the ingredient I like to cook with the most, mainly for its versatility and its high-protein content.

From creamy tofu scramble to tofu meatballs and baked orange tofu, I have gathered some fantastic recipes that make use of tofu!

Vietnamese Braised Tofu & Mushrooms

Caramelized tofu and mushrooms simmered in an umami-packed black pepper sauce. A classic Vietnamese dish that is delicious served over white rice!

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Smoked Tofu

Learn how to smoke tofu in a stovetop smoker! Slowly smoked over hickory wood chips, this tofu has warming and woodsy notes and packs a ton of umami. Use it in curries, sandwiches, salads, stir-fries, and more!

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The Creamiest Tofu Scramble

Insanely creamy and fluffy tofu scramble that is perfectly seasoned! Delicious with sautéed vegetables or toasted bread. Easy to make with just 10 minutes and 8 ingredients!

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Teriyaki Tofu Nigiri with Crispy Shallots

Nigiri sushi with teriyaki glazed tofu, wrapped in nori and topped with crispy shallots! It's chewy, crispy, and packed with umami!

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Tofu Kimchi Stew

Spicy, sweet & sour kimchi stew with chewy tofu that comes together in less than 30 minutes! SO warming and flavorful! Vegan + just 6 ingredients!

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Braised Cabbage with Smoked Tofu

Green cabbage braised until caramelized, and served with smoky and spicy baked tofu! A quick, nourishing, and flavorful plant-based dish! Just 6 ingredients are required!

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Tofu Meatballs in Sweet & Sour Sauce

Super tender tofu balls glazed with a sweet and sour tomato sauce! Grain-free, gluten-free, and packed with protein. These tofu balls are a must-try!

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Sheet Pan Glazed Orange Tofu with Herby White Beans

Tender tofu coated in a citrusy orange sauce and topped with cilantro and basil white beans! Hearty, delicious, and high in protein!

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Sweet & Sour Tofu Bowls

Healthy and filling plant-based bowls with saucy sweet and sour tofu, chili-roasted sweet potatoes, and green curry hummus!

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Vietnamese Tofu Loaf

Vietnamese-inspired tofu loaf loaded with black mushrooms, carrots, shallots, and glass noodles! A delicious topping to white rice or noodles!

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Sesame Crusted Hoisin Tofu Buddha Bowl

Freakin' awesome buddha bowl with sesame crusted hoisin tofu, roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, avocado, and spinach. Comforting, healthy, and filling!

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Sate Tofu Bao with Kale Pesto

Pillowy buns loaded with sautéed saté tofu, soy-glazed mushrooms, kale pesto, and pickles! Super flavorful, healthy, and filling!

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Spicy Seaweed Tofu Rolls

Tofu wrapped in seaweed and sautéed with lemongrass, garlic, and chili. This Vietnamese-inspired dish is spicy, "fishy," healthy, and easy to make!

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Black Pepper Tofu Quinoa Salad

This black pepper tofu quinoa salad features marinated tofu, quinoa, and crunchy veggies like carrots, cucumber, and spinach. It's healthy and colorful and comes with a bright, herby, and tangy pesto lime dressing!

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Stuffed Tofu in Spicy Tomato Sauce

Tofu stuffed with veggies and served in a flavorful, spicy, and sweet tomato sauce. A famous Vietnamese dish!

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Eggplant & Tofu with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Sautéed tofu and eggplant are cooked in a rich, creamy, spicy satay peanut sauce! Delicious over steamed white rice!

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How to Make Fermented Tofu (Chao)

Learn how to make fermented tofu, also known as Chao, from scratch! It's the perfect condiment to use in sauces, marinades, soups, and more!

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Enchilada Power Bowls with Spicy Tofu

Enchiladas in a bowl! Flavorful, spicy, cheesy, and very satisfying! The perfect meal for a weeknight dinner, ready in 30 minutes!

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Vietnamese Mushroom & Tofu Salad

Flavor-packed Vietnamese salad with sautéed oyster mushrooms, crunchy red cabbage, carrots, tofu, cucumber, and cilantro! Tossed with an oil-free spicy-sweet lime dressing! Super fresh and healthy!

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Thomas Pagot is the founder, photographer, and recipe developer behind Full of Plants. He created the blog in 2016 as a personal cookbook for vegan recipes. Through years of recipe development, Thomas has successfully grown Full of Plants into a trusted resource for plant-based recipes.

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