Tag Archives: Tofu

Smoked Tofu Burgers

Smoked Tofu Burgers by Alison's AllspiceThe first time I made this smoked tofu burger, I was surprised at how well the patty held its form.  There are many veggie burgers that crumble and fall apart, even with the egg.  This burger however, does not.

The texture of this burger was much different than a traditional veggie burger, too.  Most burgers made with beans and/or grains have a mushy texture, and we die-hard vegetarians choose to love them for what they are anyway.  This burger, however, has a spongy texture that is broken up by the little pieces of nuts and seeds. Continue reading

Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice

Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice by Alison's AllspiceBefore I was born, my parents had a neighbor from Mexico that taught my mom a few traditional recipes that we enjoyed all throughout my childhood.  This tomato braised tofu recipe with cilantro lime rice is adapted from one that we simply called “Mexican Pork” where the pork is braised in a tomato sauce that is infused with traditional spices and aromatics. Continue reading

Grilled Tofu and Summer Vegetable Tacos

Grilled Tofu and Summer Vegetable Tacos by Alison's AllspiceMexican food is hands down my favorite type of food, so it should not be a surprise that we eat tacos all the time.  Luckily, there are so many delicious taco fillings (like these grilled tofu and summer vegetable tacos) that tacos never get old.

Summer is the perfect time to be outside enjoying time around the grill. I hear a lot of vegetarians and vegans struggle to come up with ideas for meals to put on the grill.  Don’t worry I am hear to help! Continue reading

Smoked Tofu Vegan BLT

Smoked Tofu Vegan BLT by Alison's AllspiceThis smoked tofu vegan BLT is on regular rotation at my house!  It is one of my favorite ways to use my smoked tofu recipe; I think we have it every time I pull out the smoker!

This dish is hardly a recipe because a quality smoked tofu is all you need to make vegan bacon.  Just thin slice it and pan fry in some oil.  Your house will smell heavenly!  Continue reading

Coconut Turmeric Noodle Bowl with Tofu and Veggies

Coconut Turmeric Noodle Bowls with Tofu and Veggies by Alison's AllspiceThis coconut turmeric noodle bowl with tofu and veggies was inspired by golden milk, a creamy drink or tea made with a base of plant-based milk and turmeric.  I used the golden milk in place of broth to make a creamy noodle bowl that can be eaten hot or cold.

This isn’t a soup recipe because the ingredients are prepared individually, not together in one pot.  It resembles a buddah bowl more than it does soup. Continue reading

Sesame Soba Noodles with Asparagus and Tofu

Sesame Soba Noodles with Aspragus and Tofu by Alison's AllspiceThis sesame soba noodles with asparagus and tofu recipe is one that takes me back many years.  I made this recipe often when I was a young person traveling for work every few months.

The ingredients are simple and there are many swaps that can be made with success, even for a novice cook like myself when I was young.  It is also full of flavor making it an easy favorite to have again and again, which I did! Continue reading

Sweet Potato Coconut Curry

Sweet Potato Coconut Curry by Alison's AllspiceA few months ago, I posted this recipe for butternut squash chickpea curry.  One week when I was cleaning out the fridge, I used the recipe but made alterations based on what I had.  My family loved this sweet potato coconut curry even more than we loved the butternut squash version, so I just had to share it with you all!

So, what alterations did I make?  Two major swaps and one omission is all that you will find.  I swaped sweet potato for the butternut, and tofu for the chickpeas. Continue reading

Crispy Buffalo Tofu Bites

Crispy Buffalo Tofu Bites by Alison's AllspiceA few weeks ago I shared a recipe for my ultimate crispy tofu that is so cripsy and crunchy that you will never make tofu another way again.  This week, I transformed the recipe to make these crispy buffalo tofu bites!

When I first transitioned to a meatless lifestyle, I missed buffalo wings the most.  While these buffalo tofu bites are not “wings” they do satify that desired for something crispy and spicy! Continue reading

Ultimate Crispy Tofu

Ultimate Crispy Tofu by Alison's AllspiceFriends, today I have for you a recipe that is like no others.  I have tried for years to replicate the crispy tofu that my favorite local thai restaurant makes without success.  Finally, I have figured out how to make the ultimate crispy tofu, without needing to add breading.

In this previous post, Easy Pan Fried Crispy Tofu, I outlined the most common way that I make tofu.  The exterior gets crispy and the interior stays soft.  It is easy and delicous, but this recipe has a secret method that makes even Crispier tofu.  Yes, Crispy with a capital C! Continue reading

Tandoori Grilled Tofu and Vegetables

Tandoori Grilled Tofu and Vegetables by Alison's AllspiceTandoori grilled tofu and vegetables is a recipe that I wanted to try for a long time before I finally did.  I love anything grilled and the spice mix used in the sauce is gold, literally.

What is tandoori?  It is a dish that originated in India that uses a yogurt based sauce and a tandoor oven, which is heated with wood or charcoal.  I grilled mine to acheive the smokey flavor of a traditional tandoor dish. Continue reading