- 2 bricks Tofu Firm or Extra Firm, try Nasoya Brand
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced into ¾ inch slices
- 1 Sweet Onion, chopped
- 2-3 whole Kaffir Lime Leaves or 2 tbsp grated Lime Zest
- Juice of 1 Lime
- 2 cans Coconut Milk
- ¼ cup fresh Thai Basil or Sweet Basil, chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Green Curry Paste
- 1 Red Thai Chili, minced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp. Ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp. Cilantro, minced
- 1 Lemongrass Stalk, peeled, and then bruised while remaining whole to release flavor
- 2 tbsp. Fish Sauce
- ½ cup Water (for Vegetable Broth)
- 3 tbsp. Canola or Grapeseed Oil
- 4 tbsp ChefXpress Veggie Broth Seasoning (no substitute, omit if necessary)
- 1 tbsp. Sugar
- Steamed Jasmine Rice (optional fo...
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Tofu in Coconut Green Curry
2015-02-10 19:59:10
Ingredients
Potatoe au Gratin
2014-11-22 15:49:19
Potatoe au Gratin is a vegan dish that can stand-alone as a one-dish meal or use as a side for Thanksgiving. This has a mild cheesy flavor. Could be a breakfast casserole. May be made a day ahead!
Ingredients
- 1 brick Silken Tofu (Nasoya brand)
- 3 tablespoons Cheesy Sprinkles (ChefXpress)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce (can find Vegan)
- 1 teaspoon fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Veggie Broth Seasoning (ChefXpress)
- Dash of Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Black Pepper
- Parsley Springs for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Press Tofu in TofuXPress using Light Tension Spring Attachment for approximately 2 hours.
- In a food processor, combine pressed T...
Pumpkin Tofu Bake
2014-11-22 15:40:13
This Pumpkin Tofu Bake can be made a day ahead and stored in refrigeration before baking. Great for Thanksgiving, Football gatherings, or as a special casserole side for the winter months. The Sage and rosemary give this dish a warm flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 Brick Tofu (Try Nasoya Firm)
- 1 small-medium Pumpkin, cut into 2-inch pieces, leaving skin and seeds intact
- 4 tablespoons Butter (may use Vegan)
- 2 teaspoons Sea Salt
- 1 large whole Vidalia Onion, sliced thin
- ½ cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Bourbon Vanilla Sugar (or Sugar-in-the-Raw)
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Rosemary
- 12 Sage Leaves
- Salt and fresh ground Pepper
- TofuXPress Unit
- Mixing Bowl
Smoky Cauliflower Bake
2014-10-30 17:32:54
This Cauliflower Bake is so light and flavorful, with hints of Cumin and Paprika and our favorite ChefXpress seasonings make this sweet and smoky. This is a different side to serve than your usual Cauliflower. Consider making a double batch because it will go fast.
Ingredients
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 1 tsp. cumin seeds, crushed in mortar and pestle or with spoon
- 2 tsp. Veggie Broth Seasoning (ChefXpress)
- 1 tsp. Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp. Roasted Bell Pepper and Garlic Seasoning (ChefXpress)
- 2 tsp. Raw Honey
- Mortar and Pestle
- Large Pot
- Round Baking or Casserole Dish large enough to fit Cauliflower head and hold dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Keeping the entire h...
Game Day Tomato Poppers
2014-10-29 18:50:59
Serve this tofu appetizer at your next game day get together
Ingredients
- 1 Brick Tofu (Try Nasoya Firm)
- 1 carton frozen chopped Spinach (10 oz)
- 24 Campari Tomatoes
- 1 medium White Onion, Chopped
- ½ cup Water
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Cups chopped fresh Button Mushrooms
- 3-4 Tablespoons raw Pine Nuts
- 2 Tablespoons Veggie Broth Seasoning by ChefXpress
- Leaves of 6-8 sprigs fresh Thyme
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Parsley
- Salt and fresh ground Pepper
- TofuXPress Unit
- Deep Frying Pan
- Small Frying Pan
- Medium size Mixing Bowl
Instructions
- Press Tofu in TofuXpress for 1-2 hours. Remove TofuXPress assembled Top...
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Fiesta Tofu Appetizer
2014-08-14 18:56:46
Serve this vegan friendly Fiesta Tofu Appetizer at your next get together!
Ingredients
- 1 Brick Tofu (Firm or Extra Firm)
- 1 Large Tomato, diced
- ½ cup chopped Vidalia Onion
- ¾ Cup Salsa
- 1 clove fresh Garlic, minced
- 2 Avocadoes, diced
- 1 Tbsp Green Serrano chili Pepper, minced
- 1 Tbsp Red Fresno Chili Pepper, minced
- 2 Limes
- 15-20 sprigs Cilantro
- 1 Tablespoon Cumin
- 1 Tablespoon Coriander
- 1 Tsp Sea Salt Flakes (Maldon)
Instructions
- Press 1 brick Tofu in TofuXpress unit for 2 hours. Remove Tofu and slice into small strips approximately ½ inch by 1 inch.
- Chop 12-15 sprigs Cilantro, reserving remaining for garnish.
- In a small bowl, juice 1 Lime. Add Cumin, Coriander, and Sea Salt...
Rice Krispy Power Bars
2014-07-29 18:01:13
Ingredients
- 2 Cups Rice Krispies
- 1 Cup Crunch Peanut Butter or Cashew Butter
- ¼ Cup Protein Powder (we used Chocolate flavored Soy Protein)
- ¼ Cup Flax Seed
- ¼ Cup Raisins (coarsely chopped)
Equipment
- TofuXpress unit with Light Tension Spring
- Xpress Cheesecloth (cut to fit TofuXpress unit with enough room to also cover entirely food inside TofuXpress unit)
- Xpress Cutter
Instructions
- Melt Peanut Butter in a medium saucepan, enough to soften so that it will stir easily. Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients directly into saucepan and stir to combine and coat Rice Krispies.
- Line TofuXpress unit with Xpress Cheesecloth...
The Tofu Cobb
2014-07-06 19:00:17
Ingredients
- 1 medium Shallot, minced
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (substitute Vegan)
- ½ cup Balsamic Vinegar
- 4 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 2 tsp dried Oregano
- ¼ cup Avocado Oil (may not need entire amount)
- ¾ cup Grapeseed Oil
- 1 brick Extra Firm Tofu, Nasoya brand
- 2 cups Grape or Cherry Tomatoes, sliced lengthwise
- ¼ cup Bacon Bits (substitute Vegan)
- 2 Avocados
- 2-3 heads Boston Lettuce, rinsed and torn into large pieces.
- Sea Salt
- Fresh and coarsely Ground Pepper
Directions
Dijon Dressing Phase 1
- Combine Mustard, Oregano, Shallot, Garlic, Worcestershire, and Balsamic. Blend well and let stand. (This can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated).
- Press Tofu in TofuX...
Drunken Tofu with Chicken
2014-07-04 14:21:25
Make this Drunken Tofu with Chicken with or without the chicken! Great dish to make when you want to get your family to try tofu.
Ingredients
- 1 12-14 oz. brick Tofu pressed (preferably use previously frozen and thawed Tofu)*
- 2-3 pieces Chicken
- 1 ½ cups chopped Celery
- 1 cup chopped Carrot
- 1 cup chopped Vidalia Onion
- ¼ cup ChefXpress Veggie Broth Seasoning (May substitute flour)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ¼ cup loosely packed Thyme sprigs (remove any thick stems)
- ¼ cup loosely packed Rosemary leaves
- ¼ cup loosely packed Sage leaves
- 2 tablespoons minced Garlic
- 4 cups dry Red Wine
- ¾ cup Raisins
- 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste
- ½ cup sliced Almonds for finishing
- Italian Bread or P...