20 Innovative Tofu Recipes – Ideal for People in their 50s
Are you a tofu enthusiast in your 50s, ready to spice up your cookery skills? Our roundup of 20 innovative tofu recipes breaks the mold, redefining tofu beyond the conventional. These exceptional recipes will not only revive your routine...
Are you a tofu enthusiast in your 50s, ready to spice up your cookery skills? Our roundup of 20 innovative tofu recipes breaks the mold, redefining tofu beyond the conventional. These exceptional recipes will not only revive your routine meals but also spark creativity in your kitchen. Packed with nutritious ingredients and unexpected blends, these are perfect for those who strive for a unique, healthy twist to their food repertoire.
Breakfast Burrito
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Our aim was to create the ultimate veggie breakfast burrito. And we succeeded, as this recipe is packed with so much flavor. It boasts a juicy tofu scramble, hearty sausage crumbles, crispy roasted potatoes, and a burst of freshness from the avocado tomato salsa.
Recipe: breakfast burrito
Eggplant Tofu (Copycat Panda Express)
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Have you always loved eggplant tofu, but Panda Express doesn’t serve it near your location anymore, or if you always wanted to try it but never had a chance? Fry up your skillet now and make this tofu, eggplant, and bell pepper dish stir-fried in a sweet and spicy sauce.
Recipe: panda express eggplant tofu
Tofu Meatballs
Image credit: My Pure Plants.These vegan tofu meatballs are a tasty and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs. Using minced frozen tofu and Italian-style seasoning, they’re easy to make, versatile, and ready to serve in just 40 minutes.
Recipe: tofu meatballs
Kung Pao Tofu
Image credit: Piping Pot Curry.Crispy Kung Pao Tofu is made with pan-fried tofu, bell pepper, dried chiles, and peanuts in a sweet and spicy sauce. It is a lighter and healthier vegan dinner inspired by Chinese cuisine that tastes better than takeout and is easy to prepare on a weeknight!
Recipe: kung pao tofu
Juicy Tofu Scramble
Image credit: My Pure Plants.If you are looking for a juicy tofu scramble that mimics the texture of eggs, look no further. While most recipes just season tofu for scrambling, we take it up a notch by adding a liquid element. It is a hearty and wholesome breakfast for the whole family.
Find Recipe here: tofu scramble
Thai Oyster Mushroom Noodle Stir Fry
It is an easy aromatic Thai noodle stir fry with sauteed oyster mushrooms, tofu, par-boiled broccoli, and rice noodles. Thai food is well-known for its spiciness, although it’s not always hot to taste.
Recipe: thai oyster mushroom noodle stir fry
Whopper Style Burger
Image Credit: My Pure Plants.Ready in just 35 minutes, this juicy burger is full of smoky flavors that taste just like something you would find in a Whopper, but without the meat!
Recipe: whopper burger
Grilled Buffalo Tofu Skewers
Image Credit: My Pure Plants.Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of buffalo tofu with a crispy caramelized crust that is sure to satisfy your cravings. Try pan-frying or grilling marinated tofu on skewers for an easy but flavorful dish that will leave you wanting more.
Recipe: buffalo tofu skewers
Veggie Breakfast Sausage
Image credit: My Pure Plants.If you want to start your day on the right foot, our veggie breakfast sausage is the answer! In this easy-to-make 35-minute recipe, we take frozen tofu mince, load them with flavorful seasoning, and pan-fry them until they are golden brown and crispy.
Recipe: veggie breakfast sausage
Easy Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
Image credit: Lavender and Macarons.This Easy Vegan Shepherd’s Pie With Tofu is a hearty and delicious dinner recipe made with pantry ingredients. Simple, easily oil-free and gluten-free.
Recipe: tofu shepherds pie
Chipotle Plant-Based Chorizo
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This homemade plant based chorizo recipe is full of robust flavor and a slight kick you won’t forget! It’s the perfect copycat of the plant-based chorizo that is no longer available at Chipotle and combines numerous herbs and spices to make a delicious and versatile vegan meat substitute.
Recipe: chipotle plant based chorizo
Vegan Tofu Feta
Image credit: Delish Knowledge.Perfect for greek style salads, sandwiches and more.
Recipe: tofu feta
Sweet Potato Tofu Curry
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This sweet potato tofu curry recipe is a delicious and wholesome meal that’s perfect for chilly nights. With its creamy texture and blend of exotic spices, it’s sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Recipe: sweet potato tofu curry
Tropical Tofu Tacos with Mango Salsa
Image credit: Delish Knowledge.Tropical Tofu Tacos with Mango Salsa! Jerk seasoned tofu with quick mango salsa, shredded cabbage and sliced avocado.
Recipe: tofu tacos
Sticky Orange Tofu
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Ready in just 45 minutes, crispy deep-fried tofu is tossed in a flavorful, sticky orange sauce that will have your taste buds dancing! If you are looking for a zesty way to incorporate protein into your lunch or dinner table without stepping foot in a Chinese restaurant or order takeout, this easy orange tofu recipe is the way to go!
Recipe: orange tofu
Tofu Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
A perfect tofu steak is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. It is seasoned with a spicy, smoked steak marinade and grilled to perfection, resulting in charcoaled stripes.
Recipe: tofu steak
Sticky Baked Harissa Tofu
Image credit: My Pure Plants.You will love the sweet and spicy flavors of this harissa tofu. Firm tofu is cut into triangles and marinated in a 6-ingredient, oil-free harissa sauce before being baked to crispy sticky perfection.
Recipe: baked harissa tofu
Cream Cheese
Image credit: My Pure Plants.Looking for a quick and healthy cream cheese? Try this 5-minute cream cheese recipe that is perfect for breakfast bagels or toast. Made with simple and healthy ingredients, this spread is high in protein and free from dairy, oil, and gluten.
Recipe: cream cheese
Chickpea Tofu Curry
Image credit: My Pure Plants.If you are a fan of curry dishes and want to try something new, give this chickpea tofu curry a shot! It’s plant-based, flavorful, and packs a lot of protein. Seriously, don’t sleep on this mouthwatering recipe!
Recipe: chickpea tofu curry
Pineapple Fried Rice
Image credit: My Pure Plants.This easy pineapple fried rice lets you turn leftover rice into a delicious meal by adding scrambled tofu, sweet pineapples, tomatoes, and green peas seasoned with a mild green curry. If you have 30 minutes, skip ordering take-out and make this protein-packed meal.
Recipe: thai pineapple fried rice
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