23 Tasty Tofu Recipes for Curries, Stir-Fries, Wraps, and More
If you think tofu's blah, these tasty recipes for spicy tofu fries, curries, wraps, and patties will change your mind
The humble tofu is more than just a good source of protein. The nutritious food also has nine essential amino acids, iron, calcium, manganese and phosphorous. If you think the tofu tastes too bland, and the only way to cook it is to fry or steam it, you thought wrong. Here are 23 creative tofu recipes that show how this versatile ingredient can be transformed into delicious meals.
Munch on these spicy tofu fries for a healthier alternative to normal fries. Seasoned with a dusting of spice, they will be far from the bland and flavourless tofu you once knew.
Breathe life into your brown rice noodles, tofu, and five-a-day with a coat of peanut and nori, a combination that offers distinct Asian flavours with a crunch.
Quick and tasty, this flavoursome satay tofu and eggplant stir-fry is packed with goodness. It can be ready in no time at all for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Get inventive with this fresh and tasty tofu omelette wrap! Full of delicious aromatics and fresh flavours, this dish will have you coming back for more.
Yummy scrambled tofu makes for a dreamy breakfast or lunch. Just load up a wrap with your favourite toppings and sauce for an unbeatable plant-based feast.
Pair the softness of tofu with the delicate flavours of prawn and chicken stock for a comforting meal.
Whip up this light, simple and tasty dish made from a savoury flavoured soy and egg tofu, prawns and minced pork. Plus, it takes just 20 minutes!
Whip up this power-packed side dish of tofu and chia stir-fry, topped with lots of fresh greens.
Make delicious homemade sushi with this simple recipe for mixed rice, tofu and vegetable nori rolls.
Craving a healthy stir fry with fewer calories? Try this awesome recipe for tofu with stir-fried greens.
Whipping up this super healthy and easy mushroom and silken tofu noodle soup (great for rainy days or when you're down with a bug) takes almost no time at all.
A delicious way to hit your family's veggie quota! This tasty Thai green curry is packed with a variety of vegetables and tender strips of chicken.
This delicious vegetarian tofu curry is packed full of flavour, but can be whipped up in under 20 minutes, making it the ultimate weeknight dinner.
Salted egg remains a widely loved ingredient in Singapore. Give your tofu a sweet-savoury burst of flavour with this pumpkin salted egg tofu recipe.
For a lighter and less oily noodle dish, opt for this la mian that has hints of elegance from a lily bulb, dried scallop and tofu sauce.
Try something different for dinner with these tofu patty burgers. Drizzled with sesame sauce, it makes for a tasty vegetarian alternative to standard burgers.
For a healthy add-on to your regular chicken burger, try this Vitasoy Tofu Chicken Burger recipe. You can also caramelise some pineapple and add it as a topping.
For a family-friendly snack that the kids will love, try this Japanese Chicken Meatball recipe! If tofu is not your kids' favourite food, this is one way to get them to try this nutritious protein. For an extra sweet flavour, caramelise some pineapple with brown sugar and grill in a toaster oven before skewering it with the chicken meatballs.
This vegetarian tofu pea curry is a perfect option for the health-conscious. For extra flavour, you can also chop and add cubed pineapple into the curry. Better yet, add more of the nutrient-packed turmeric powder.
If you're craving for Thai food, this recipe will show you how to make your own healthy basil tofu glass noodle salad in the comfort of your home.
The silken tofu gives this pesto a lovely creamy texture to complement its herbaceous flavours.
For a vegetarian alternative to the standard sweet and sour pork, this sweet and sour tofu balls recipe is an easy one to whip up for lunch or dinner. Plus, the kids will probably love it too!
Fuel your body with wholesome zucchini and tofu noodles — an appetising combination full of nourishing goodness!
This article was originally published here on June 25, 2023, and updated on Nov 30, 2024.