Savory Tofu Sauce Food

SILKEN TOFU WITH SOY-SAUCED TOMATOES

Steps:

• In a small saucepan or skillet, combine the tomatoes, soy sauce, olive oil, and many grinds of black pepper. Place over low heat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, just until the tomatoes start to soften and juices collect in the pan.
• Carefully cut the tofu into 2 wide slabs (or 4 smaller ones) and place on plates or in shallow bowls. Divide the warm tomatoes on top. Add a judicious drizzle of toasted sesame oil, then sprinkle with scallions and basil, if using. Serve immediately.

ASIAN STYLE SAVORY BAKED TOFU

Steps:

• For best results, tofu should be "pressed" in order to remove excess liquid and absorb the flavors of the marinade.
• Press tofu block between two plates, weighted down with a cast iron pan, large bowl of water, or heavy cans, for about 30 minutes.
• Halfway through, you may dump the plate of water and flip the tofu block.
• To make marinade, simply whisk together the ingredients in a bowl.
• After tofu is pressed, cut the block into small cubes or triangles.
• Place pieces of tofu into baking dish, and cover with the marinade.
• The tofu can sit overnight in the marinade, or can be prepared right away.
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Bake tofu about 35-45 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
• Tofu can be eaten by itself, or added to stir-frys, salads, soups or sandwiches.

CREAMY TOFU SAVORY SAUCE

Steps:

• Blend everything in the food processor or blender. Serve warmed or cold.

SAVORY TOFU SAUCE

Steps:

• Put all ingredients into a blender/food processor.
• Use to top pasta.

WARM TOFU WITH SPICY GARLIC SAUCE

Steps:

• Carefully rinse tofu, then cover with cold water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then keep warm, covered, over very low heat.
• Meanwhile, mince and mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt. Stir together with remaining ingredients (except tofu).
• Just before serving, carefully lift tofu from saucepan with a large spatula and drain on paper towels. Gently pat dry, then transfer to a small plate. Spoon some sauce over tofu and serve warm. Serve remaining sauce on the side.

CHINESE-STYLE TOFU "SAUCE"

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a wok (or skillet/deep pan).
• Saute gingerroot, garlic, and red peppers for 2-3 minutes.
• Add mushrooms and onion whites and saute another 2-3 minutes.
• Add onion greens and tofu cubes and saute for a minute or so.
• Combine the miso, soy sauce, honey, cashew butter, and vinegar in a bowl or small glass, mixing well.
• Pour this mixture into the wok.
• Let it simmer for about a minute while stirring the sauce into the tofu and vegetables.
• Stir in the dissolved cornstarch, letting it simmer until it thickens.
• Serve hot with rice.