Category: Tofu

Appetizer, Brunch, Tofu

Charred Broccoli and Garlic Ricotta Toasts

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Charred Broccoli and Garlic Ricotta Toasts

Have you ever had ricotta toast? It’s a simple recipe with lots of variations. It all starts with a slice of quality fresh bread, a delicious dollop of ricotta cheese, and a range of topping options. You can make sweet and savory ricotta toast, from burst tomatoes with basil to fig jam with pistachios and rosemary.

This recipe is one of my favorites, topped with charred broccoli and red pepper flakes! Simple, but delicous. I made mine in our pizza oven to give it a slightly smoky and sweet taste! If using the pizza oven, be sure to have the fire scorching and a stone warming in the oven. I slid my toasts off onto the hot stone using a pizza peel. I used oven-proof gloves and bbq tongs to remove each slice vs. trying to use the peel to remove them. Trust me; this is the easiest way!

The cheese was perfectly melted, the broccoli was lightly caramelized, and the toasts were crisp on the outside but still soft and chewy on the inside! I had to wrap them up so I wouldn’t eat them all!

If you make them tag me and let me know how you like them! You can also drizzle with some agave nectar to finish them off!

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Charred Broccoli on Tofu Ricotta Toast

  • Author: Stephanie Bosch
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  • Total Time: 20-22 minutes
  • Yield: 12 toasts 1x
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Description

Ricotta toast makes a deliciously easy breakfast or lunch! Slather on ricotta, then top with sweet or savory toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 baguette, sliced 1/2″ thick on a diagonal (about 12 slices)*
  • 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 head of broccoli, stem peeled, stem and florets chopped into 1/2” pieces
  • 1 head of garlic, cloves separated
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 cups tofu ricotta
  • 1/3 cup grated vegan parmesan
  • Kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Place racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 400°F. Or, heat a pizza oven to a temperature.
  2. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet or pizza peel and brush one side of each piece with oil.
  3. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of ricotta on each slide. Toss broccoli and garlic in a bowl and drizzle with the remaining oil. Season generously with salt and toss to combine.
  4. Place seasoned broccoli on the ricotta toast. Top with vegan parmesan.
  5. Add to oven or pizza oven and bake until crisp, 10–12 minutes. If using a pizza oven, you will need to rotate the toasts at least once to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from oven. Let cool slightly.
  7. Top with red pepper flakes (optional)
  8. Enjoy!

Notes

*I used sourdough

Italian, Tofu, Vegan Cheeses

Tofu Ricotta

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Tofu Ricotta

Before all of the wonderful plant-based products on the shelf these days, if I wanted ricotta cheese, I had to make it myself. It was one of the recipes that I learned how to make in culinary school.

Lately, the cost of my favorite ricotta has gone from reasonable to ridiculous.  I just cannot pay nearly $10.00 for an 8 oz container of ricotta when I can easily make it for half the price.  If you don’t have a food processor, do not fret!  You can easily make it the old-fashioned way in a bowl and mash the tofu with a fork.

I love it as a spread on toast with fresh or roasted veggies!  It’s terrific for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!  Frankly, the possibilities are endless!

This tofu ricotta is easy to assemble and tastes much like milk-based ricotta!  You can also add fresh herbs like basil or oregano.  Add 1/4 cup of canned pumpkin and some fresh nutmeg, and make my stuffed shells!

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Tofu Ricotta

  • Author: Stephanie Bosch
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8 1x
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Description

Used as a spread or a dip, this is wonderful in pasta or on toast!

Ingredients

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  • 1 block of extra firm tofu (12 oz), finely crumbled (no need to press)
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil; olive or grapeseed oil
  • 2 1/2 tbsp shallot, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Drain tofu. I didn’t press mine but did hand squeeze a lot of the water out.
  2. Add the crumbled tofu, tahini, nutritional yeast, and shallot to a food processor.
  3. Pulse it in the food processor. Don’t let the food processor run. You don’t want this to turn into a paste. Just pulse it a few times until your ricotta is chunky.
  4. Remove tofu from the processor and add to a bowl.
  5. Add the garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  6. Slowly drizzle oil, and mix well.
  7. Stir and add sea salt and freshly ground pepper.
  8. Enjoy!

Notes

This freezes super well! The texture may even get better after freezing and thawing. Freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge and enjoy as usual.

 

 

Classes, Tofu

Tofu 5 Ways

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Tofu 5 Ways

TOFU 5 WAYS

Thursday, January 26th, 6:00-8:30 PM

$55.00  

To purchase the class, click the Shop link on the main page to purchase and checkout. 

The Basics 

  • Basic Techniques
  • Types of Tofu
  • How to Press Tofu
  • Freezing Tofu for a Change in Texture
  • What to Choose

The Recipes 

  • Air Fried Tofu with Classic Marinara
  • Creamy Curried Carrot Soup with Tofu
  • Tofu Halloumi Salad
  • Crispy Chili Glazed Tofu with Cilantro Rice and Scallions
  • Blueberry Lime Cheese Cake with Ginger Oat Crust

Whether you are plant-based, plant-curious, or still a carnivore at heart, these classes are tailored for all levels of cooking experience.

That said, let’s go on with it! Our first class is Tofu 5 Ways. We will learn how to buy tofu for specific tastes, textures, and substitutions. A brief demonstration of tofu presses, no more stacked cast iron pans, and dish towels! I will explain how tofu is made and the secrets to cooking tofu perfectly, no matter the recipe! We will air-fry, blend, bake, grill, and puree!

Air Fried Tofu with Marinara

Creamy Curried Carrot Soup with Tofu  

 Tofu Halloumi Salad

Crispy Chili Glazed Tofu with Cilantro Rice and Scallions 

Blueberry Lime Cheese Cake with Ginger Oat Crust

The class is in person and is $55.00 per/person.  The class size is limited to 8 students.

BBQ, Bowls, Tofu

BBQ Tofu Bowl

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BBQ Tofu Bowl

This bowl is a family favorite! I love the tofu cutlets, and the BBQ makes it sooooo good! Feel free to use whatever veggies you have on hand. The great thing about a bowl is that there is no wrong way to make it! I love the Southwest flair this dish has, and it makes a perfect weeknight dish!

You can make the cilantro lime rice ahead of time, and it helps when you have several things cooking at once. I used a smoky-sweet Kansas City-style BBQ sauce, but again, it’s your preference! This dish would also be great with coleslaw instead of rice! You could also go Korean style with some Gochujang, black rice, and baked cauliflower! The possibilities are endless!

As always, tag me if you make it and let me know how you liked it!  

XOXO,

Steph 

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BBQ Tofu Bowl

  • Author: Stephanie Bosch
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Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp Montreal Spice Mix

Tofu:

  • 1 package of extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 2 cups of cilantro lime rice
  • 1 1/2 cups BBQ Sauce 

Beans:

  • 1 (15 oz) can Pinto beans, drained and rinsed well
  • 1/2 cup vegetable stock
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt and pepper

Broccoli:

  • 1 head of organic broccoli
  • 3 Tbsp water
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Pinch of sea salt

 

Instructions

Marinade: 

 

  1.  Place the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Montreal Seasoning in a blender. 
  2.  Blend at high speed for 30 seconds until thoroughly mixed.

Bowl:

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2.  When tofu is pressed, pat dry and lay flat. Cut tofu in half widthwise. Cut each piece in half again, and repeat once more until you have eight rectangles. 
  3.  Place tofu in a non-reactive, preferably glass pan or bowl with a lid. Add marinade and coat well.
  4. Refrigerate. 
  5. Allow tofu to marinate for at least 30 minutes, (up to 4 hours). 
  6. While tofu is marinating, make your Rice. * (See note) 
  7. When rice is done, warm a medium-size skillet over medium-high heat. When the pan is warm, add 2 tsp of olive oil. 
  8. When oil is shimming, add tofu and any marinade that is left over. Pan sear tofu until browned on each side. About 2-3 minutes per side. 
  9. When browned, remove the tofu and add to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush one side of the tofu with BBQ sauce and bake for 3-4 minutes. Remove from oven, flip tofu, brush the other side. Return to oven for 3-4 more minutes. 
  10. While tofu is in the oven, in a medium-size saucepan, add drained and rinsed pinto beans, 1/2 tsp salt and pepper each, 1/2 cup vegetable stock, and 1 tsp of cumin. Cook over medium heat until warmed through. 
  11. While beans are simmering, add broccoli to the same skillet you used to cook the tofu. Do not clean the pan first.  You want the brown bits on the bottom of the pan.  Cook broccoli with 3 Tbsp of water, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and sea salt, over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until bright and lightly browned.  
  12. Remove tofu from the oven and lightly brush each side with more BBQ Sauce.
  13. Assemble bowl, Rice first, Broccoli, Beans, and add Tofu to Rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 

Notes

*To save time, make rice ahead of time.   

Bowls, Salad, Tofu

Kale Quinoa Bowl with Maple Sriracha Tofu

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Kale Quinoa Bowl with Maple Sriracha Tofu

This bowl is easy and delicious! And as with most bowls, You can make it in a variety of ways. I loved the tofu in this one and made a little extra to nosh on later! This recipe is an adaptation of a New York Times recipe, and the only thing I swapped was the honey for the agave nectar. I know some vegans who still eat honey, but I prefer to leave my bee friends alone! I also cut the oil by 2/3, mixed the sriracha and honey to make a glaze, and then tossed in the tofu.

This flavor bomb that can be ready in under 20 minutes! Great for a quick and hearty meal! Enjoy!

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Kale Quinoa Bowl with Maple Sriracha Tofu

  • Author: Adapted from the New York Times by Stephanie Bosch
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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white miso
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely julienned or grated
  • 1 small bunch curly kale, ribs removed, leaves chopped (about 4 packed cups)
  • 1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Agave nectar, or maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the quinoa with 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and cook over medium-low until the water is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes. Turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Fluff it with a fork.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, miso, mirin, sesame oil, 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil and 1/2 teaspoon sriracha. Stir in the ginger.
  3. Add the kale, massage it with the dressing and set aside to marinate. Spoon the cooked quinoa onto the kale and toss to coat.
  4. In a nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil over medium. When the oil shimmers, cook the tofu, turning occasionally, until crisp on all sides, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
  5. In a medium-size bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of agave nectar and 1 tablespoon of sriracha together until combine.   Add tofu and coat well.  
  6. Toss tofu over the kale salad.