Recipes and Cooking Vegetarian Recipes 6 Tofu Recipes That Actually Taste Amazing Tofu can get a bad rap. But once you know how to cook it, you'll quickly realize it's an easy (and delicious) meat alternative. By Katlyn Moncada Katlyn Moncada Instagram Katlyn Moncada is the associate food editor at BHG.com, sharing food news and tutorials on becoming better home cooks. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of experience in digital media, photography, and video production. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on February 16, 2023 Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Fact checked by Marcus Reeves Marcus Reeves is an experienced writer, publisher, and fact-checker. He began his writing career reporting for The Source magazine. His writing has appeared in The New York Times, Playboy, The Washington Post, and Rolling Stone, among other publications. His book Somebody Scream: Rap Music's Rise to Prominence in the Aftershock of Black Power was nominated for a Zora Neale Hurston Award. He is an adjunct instructor at New York University, where he teaches writing and communications. Marcus received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Learn about BHG's Fact Checking Process Share Tweet Pin Email Tofu gained popularity beyond the vegetarian eaters of the world with sales at an all-time high due to the pandemic. So whether you're considering going vegetarian or trying to add some plant-based protein to your meals, don't skip on tofu due to misperceptions. Tofu is beneficial for more than just adding protein to vegan or vegetarian lifestyles. It's also naturally gluten-free, low in calories, and may help lower (bad LDL) cholesterol. Thanks to tofu's neutral flavor, it's the perfect blank canvas to add whatever flavors you like to make everything from stir-fries to soups. You can even hide it in your cookies or smoothies! To get acquainted with cooking it at home, here are some flavorful tofu recipes that you'll actually want to add to the regular menu. Jason Donnelly 1. Bibimbap Casserole with Tofu Instead of the bulgogi beef usually found in bibimbap, we made it into a tofu recipe with eggs for a hearty vegetarian version of the traditional Korean rice dish. This easy casserole packs a ton of flavor thanks to spicy-sweet mixture of gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste), soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey. Try the Vegetarian Bibimbap Bake Andy Lyons 2. Spiced Tofu Spring Rolls If you frequent your local Vietnamese restaurant, you have to try making your own spring rolls from scratch. The marinated bean curd takes on a chicken-like texture in this crispy tofu recipe after getting fried in a skillet. Wrapped in chewy rice paper with crunchy veggies and herbs, it's the perfect vegetarian recipe to kick-off a meal. Get the Fresh Spring Roll Recipe Andy Lyons 3. Mushroom and Poblano Vegetarian Enchiladas Give your tofu a kick with some poblano peppers in this quick and easy Mexican dish that comes together in 30 minutes flat. Top your vegetarian enchiladas with some fresh tomato and green onion or take it a step further and make some homemade guac. Make the 30-Minute Tofu Recipe Blaine Moats 4. Hoisin-Glazed Tofu and Green Beans Hoisin sauce is a thick, tangy-sweet sauce that creates a delicious glaze for this tofu recipe. You'll find it in the Asian section or condiment aisle of larger grocery stores as well as your local Asian market. For a complete meal, serve the tofu and green beans over hot cooked rice or rice noodles. Make the Sweet and Salty Tofu Recipe 5. Crispy Tofu "Stir-Fry" Missing your favorite Asian takeout dish but trying to cut out the grease? This is the stir-fry recipe for you. Instead of actually frying up the tofu, we've given it a run in the air fryer ($150, Bed Bath & Beyond) to get all nice and crispy. Use low-sodium soy sauce to keep the salt levels in this air fryer tofu recipe down. Get the Air-Fryer Tofu Recipe Blaine Moats 6. Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wraps If you've enjoyed chicken-filled lettuce wraps at your local Asian restaurant, you'll be shocked to find tofu takes on a similar flavor and texture in this meatless version. Not only does it come together quickly (just 20 minutes!), it's a really healthy snack. Each wrap contains just 88 calories, 2 g total fat, and a whopping 5 g of protein! Make Some Healthy Lettuce Wraps Now that you've actually enjoyed eating tofu, it's time to take a chance on some other plant-based proteins. Get a rich and meaty umami flavor by making mushrooms the main star of your vegetarian dinner. Or try making some pulled jackfruit for an unforgettable vegan BBQ. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! 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