Ep 60 - Tofu 101: How to Cook Tofu Without Failing
Tofu has a reputation problem: bland, mushy, or downright traumatic. No fear! Kevin and Michelle set out to demystify tofu once and for all. From silken tofu disasters to crispy, crave-worthy success stories, they break down everything beginners need to know about cooking tofu properly.
You’ll learn the different types of tofu (silken, soft, medium, firm, extra-firm, and pressed tofu), how water content affects texture, and exactly which tofu to use for stir fries, air fryers, smoothies, scrambles, soups, and desserts. Kevin shares his fail-proof shredded tofu recipe that even meat-eaters love, while Michelle shares her tofu-ricotta recipe and explains why tofu is nutritionally powerful, protein-rich, and packed with cancer-protective phytoestrogens.
They also cover:
- Why marinating tofu doesn’t work the way you think
- How to make tofu crispy (pan-fried, air-fried, or deep-fried)
- Tofu health benefits for women, menopause, and hormone balance
- Why tofu isn’t a meat substitute, and why that’s a good thing
- Easy tofu recipes for beginners (including tofu ricotta and batch-cook tips)
Whether you’re tofu-curious, tofu-traumatized, vegetarian, vegan, or just trying to eat more plant-based protein, this episode will change how you think about tofu forever.
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Kevin's Shredded Tofu Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 block extra firm (or pressed) tofu
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- dried ginger
- dark soy sauce
- black (or regular) rice vinegar
Michelle's Tofu-Ricotta Recipe Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- Silken or soft tofu
- Lemon juice
- Vegetable broth
- Nutritional yeast
- Basil
- Salt & Pepper
Listen to the episode for directions. (You don't think we'll just give it all away here in the notes, do you?)
