15 Easy & Healthy Vegan Tofu Recipes for Beginners

Looking to incorporate more tofu into your diet ? Check out 15 of these super easy, quick to make, delicious yet healthy beginner-friendly vegan tofu recipes !

Tofu is one of the most popular plant based protein of all time . It works really great as a meat substitute as it is high in protein and is neutral in flavor. They are also relatively easy to buy and affordable.

What is tofu ?

Tofu is a product of soybeans and is made by curdling condensed soy milk. The process is quite similar to cheesemaking, expect soy milk is used instead of regular cow's milk.

It originated from China and is used in many Chinese and Asian dishes in general.

They recently gain popularity as a meat substitute, especially among vegans, vegetarians or those who are looking to cut back on meat. This is because they are really high in protein, versatile and affordable.

Types of tofu

They can generally be classified into 3 categories :

• Extra firm and firm : My favorite kinds ! As the name suggest, they are really firm, dense and chewy, hence making them the perfect substitute to replace meat. They can be baked, fried, braised, scrambled and even in stir-fries. You can use both of them interchangeably in most recipes.
• Medium & soft : They are pretty delicate when compared to the firm ones, but can still hold up quite nicely. Most commonly used in Asian soups and stews like miso soup and Mapo tofu. They can also be used in tofu scramble and actually replicates the texture of scrambled eggs much better.
• Silken : They have a custard-like texture and is super delicate. Due to their creamy texture, they are commonly used to make vegan sauces / dressing, in desserts, or blended into smoothies to boost up the protein content.

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Extra-firm / firm tofu recipes

Vegan Thai Red Curry with Tofu

This creamy and rich vegan Thai red curry with tofu is a great hearty dinner to have ! Easy to make and ready in 45 minutes.

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Vegan Asian Broccoli Mushroom Tofu Stir-fry

Super flavorful Asian inspired stir-fry featuring crispy tofu, crunchy broccoli & tender mushrooms ! This healthy vegan dish is ready under 30 mins.

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Chinese Style Vegan Tofu Minced Pork

This Chinese style vegan minced pork is made from tofu thus pack full of plant protein ! Super flavorful yet comes together in 15 mins.

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Healthy Indian Tofu Stir-fry

This Indian tofu stir-fry is super flavourful yet secretly healthy! Plus, it is super easy to make & requires only simple pantry ingredients.

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Vegan Peanut Butter Noodles With Crispy Tofu

This super flavorful vegan peanut butter noodles is served with perfectly crispy pan-fried tofu! Filling, hearty yet incredibly wholesome at the same time. Quick to make and is ready in 40 minutes.

Vegan Chinese Tofu Egg Fried Rice

This Chinese inspired tofu egg fried rice is high in protein, vegan and eggless! Ready in 30 minutes and only simple ingredients needed.

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Medium / soft tofu recipes

Vegan Tomato Bisque

n incredible tomato bisque made perfectly creamy using medium tofu that you’d never guess was in there! Loved by both vegans and omni’s alike. It’s silky, flavourful and absolutely delicious!

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Salty Crispy Tofu

Shallow fried medium tofu that is perfectly golden and crispy on the outside yet soft and eggy on the inside. They make a really great side dish or appetizer !

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Vegetarian Mapo Tofu

Although this recipe is slightly more complicated and requires more ingredients, the end product is definitely worth it ! Tender tofu and mushrooms are simmered in a rich, salty sauce, it is the perfect dish to make if you are looking for some authentic Chinese food.

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Silken Tofu Recipes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Vegan Pudding

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Pudding is so good; it’s like eating a Reese’s with a spoon. Bet yet, this vegan pudding is incredibly easy to make. Made with just 5 ingredients for a rich and decadent dessert.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Bowl

This healthy meal prep breakfast bowl tastes just like desert. Packed with protein and totally delicious, it tastes just like strawberry cheesecake!

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Tofu Chocolate Mousse Pie

This vegan Chocolate Mousse Pie is a creamy, decadent pie that packs in loads of chocolate flavor without the dairy or excess fat! The secret ingredient? Silken tofu!

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Spicy Creamy Instant Pot Ramen

Easy 30 minute vegan Instant Pot ramen that's savory, rich, creamy and so satisfying! Topped with tofu, spinach, green onion, sesame seeds and a generous splash of chili oil. This ramen is addicting!

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Vegan Scrambled Eggs

Creamy and delicious vegan scrambled eggs made with a mixture of silken tofu and medium tofu. They are soft, rich, buttery and delicious Nd just perfect for piling up on warm buttered toast!

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Silken Tofu Salad

Silken Tofu Salad is a delicious combination of tofu, tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado with a light flavorful dressing. This Japanese tofu salad is perfect as a nutritious lunch or as a starter with other Asian-inspired dishes.

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