Gone are the days of flavorless, watery tofu. These hacks make the best of this versatile ingredient.
Freeze it
Frozen tofu gets denser and, dare we say, “meatier.” Try it in this Buffalo tofu wing recipe.
Press it
To get really crisp tofu, you should press out the water. Try the technique in this recipe.
Sub it in for eggs in baking
Swap in 1/4 cup of silken tofu for each egg a recipe calls for. Try it in these fudgy brownies.
Tofu cheesecake
Cream pies and cheesecakes made without egg or dairy are possible thanks to tofu.
Vegan feta cheese
Marinated cubes of tofu are similar in texture to feta, a great topping for salads, sandwiches and more.
Tofu mayo
Creamy vegan mayo is just a whir in the blender away thanks to this tofu-based recipe.
Give smoothies a protein boost
Avoid chalky powders, and add protein (and creaminess) to your smoothies with silken tofu.
Scramble it
Firm tofu can be scrambled up for a hearty, protein-rich breakfast.
Make mousse
Try using silken tofu to make super-luxurious puddings and mousses — your taste buds will thank you.
Tofu bacon
Skip the pricey pack of vegan bacon at the store, and make your own from inexpensive tofu.
Thicken soups
Instead of relying on heavy cream or starches to thicken your soups, try silken tofu instead.
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