Silken tofu is mostly used in soups like miso soup, added to stews like Korean spicy tofu stew (soondubu), or served cold like this traditional Japanese hiyayakko.įirm and extra firm tofu, on the other hand, have a tougher texture because they have been pressed and (they contain less water). Like the name implies, silken tofu is soft. The stuff at the store usually runs the gamut, texturally speaking, from silken to extra-firm tofu. It has also become super prevalent in Western vegetarian and vegan diets over the past few decades as a delicious meat-free protein option. High in protein and calcium, tofu has been a long running staple in Asian recipes and diets. You’ll hear tofu referred to as bean curd pretty regularly-and considering the process in which it is made, that isn’t so surprising! These curds are pressed into blocks which form the tofu we find in the square containers at the grocery store. Then the milk is heated and a coagulant is added-which causes curds to form. What is Tofu?Ī block of tofu is made from dried and ground soybeans. While these tofu steaks are already fully spiced, feel free to add a little black pepper too, if you like a little extra heat. Place these flavorful tofu steaks over a bowl of white or brown rice-whichever you prefer. This is a favorite recipe of mine to share just how flavorful tofu can actually be! So – whether I’m making a comforting mapo tofu, creating something fun like these tofu edamame ‘fish’ cakes – or baking the Southwestern style baked tofu steaks I have for you in this post, cooking with tofu is anything but boring. It’s one of those rare ingredients that you can totally bend to your will (and your taste), which is why it’s so fun to cook with. That blank slate allows me unlimited power in the kitchen as I can infuse any flavor to it, mild or strong. It never ceases to amaze me what a wonderful unpainted canvas tofu can be. This spiced up Southwestern Style Baked Tofu Steaks is the best because it’s assertive in the flavor department, hearty like meat – and easy to make for any home chef.
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