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While many of us are getting a hang of using firm tofu in stir-fries, the prospect of cooking with silken tofu might be daunting. You've probably never bought silken tofu or tofu in general unless you're aware of Asian or vegan culinary fares. While cooking with silken tofu is straightforward, you can benefit from following preparation guidelines if you get the hang of it. You can try about making anything from silken tofu to custard and quiche to smoothies and salad dressing. The time has come to let curiosity rule. So, you can wear that creative chef cap, we have gathered the 5 finest, yet easiest uses for silken tofu.
Vegan pancakes
The consensus among vegan pancake and waffle makers is that your morning meal will have a strong banana flavour. Bananas contribute some natural sugars and work wonders as a binder and egg replacer when baking. Make vegan pancakes with silken tofu instead of banana if you don't care for either ingredient. There isn't much of a taste to tofu. Use 1/4 cup of silken tofu for each egg in your standard pancake recipe. Mixing it first is a good idea if you want to avoid lumps when adding it to the mixture.
Protein-packed vegan smoothie
Strawberry and silken tofu smoothie, Image Source: Pexels
Incorporate silken tofu into your smoothie to add a creamy, smooth texture and a protein boost that will keep you full until the last sip. Combine it with fruits, plant-based milk, juices, and fresh veggies like spinach. Pick some fresh strawberries and bananas and blend them with silken tofu for a quick and easy fruity shake. You may add avocado for an extra dose of protein. This high-protein, plant-based option will provide long-lasting energy to power through your morning.
Alternative to scrambled eggs
If you've only had firm tofu scrambles before, you might want to try silken tofu for a change. It has a texture similar to scrambled eggs and requires less effort. Once your vegetables are cooked, add the entire block of silken tofu to the pan, stir it gently, and let it break apart. Cook the scramble for a little longer than usual to remove any excess moisture and allow the flavours to blend.
Vegan puffs
A freshly baked quiche, Image Source: Pexels
Tofu frittatas and quiches can be made using silken tofu by combining the latter with chopped vegetables, vegan cheese, spices, and seasonings. Black salt, turmeric, chilli flakes, chopped garlic and any additional seasonings you like are what you should use. Combine the ingredients in a bowl and transfer them to a prepared pie shell to make a quiche. Cook the quiche until the cheese on top is golden brown or until the filling is set and the vegetables are tender. Bake until flaky and golden brown for the best crust.
Eggless salad dressing
Experiment with incorporating blended silken tofu into your go-to Russian salad dressing recipe. Alternatively, if you're a fan of rich and creamy Caesar dressing, blend silken tofu with ingredients such as lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic, nutritional yeast, or a hint of maple syrup. To this mix, blend in a small amount of olive oil gradually to achieve a thinner consistency. Since silken tofu has a naturally creamy texture, it's an excellent vegan substitute that you should incorporate into your salad dressing recipes.
