🧈 Tofu & Plant Protein! 🧈

Press, season, cook!

What is Tofu?

Tofu is made from soybeans - it's like cheese made from plants!

It's bland by itself but absorbs flavors beautifully!

🧊 Types of Tofu

Silken (soft): Smooth, creamy. Good for soups, smoothies
Firm: Holds shape better. Good for stir-fries
Extra firm: Best for cooking! Holds shape, gets crispy
Super firm: Already pressed, ready to cook

👨‍🍳 The Most Important Step: PRESS!

Tofu has water in it. If you don't press it, it'll be soggy!

How to press: Wrap tofu in paper towels, put something heavy on top, wait 20-30 minutes.

Or: Buy super-firm tofu that doesn't need pressing!

💡 How to Make Tofu Delicious:
1. Press out the water!
2. Cut into similar-sized pieces
3. Marinate at least 15 minutes (longer = more flavor)
4. Get the pan HOT
5. Don't touch! Let it get crispy

🔪 Cutting Tofu

Cubes: Great for stir-fries, salads

Slices: Good for sandwiches, grilling

Crumbled: Great for pasta sauce, tacos

Strips: Good for baking, marinating

🥘 Simple Marinades

Asian: Soy sauce + sesame oil + ginger + garlic

BBQ: BBQ sauce + smoked paprika

Italian: Olive oil + Italian seasoning + garlic

Spicy: Sriracha + soy sauce + lime

Tip: Frozen and thawed tofu has a chewier texture some people prefer! Try it both ways!

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