Savory Tofu Sauce Recipes

Steps:

• For best results, tofu should be "pressed" in order to remove excess liquid and absorb the flavors of the marinade.
• Press tofu block between two plates, weighted down with a cast iron pan, large bowl of water, or heavy cans, for about 30 minutes.
• Halfway through, you may dump the plate of water and flip the tofu block.
• To make marinade, simply whisk together the ingredients in a bowl.
• After tofu is pressed, cut the block into small cubes or triangles.
• Place pieces of tofu into baking dish, and cover with the marinade.
• The tofu can sit overnight in the marinade, or can be prepared right away.
• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Bake tofu about 35-45 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
• Tofu can be eaten by itself, or added to stir-frys, salads, soups or sandwiches.

Steps:

• In a small saucepan or skillet, combine the tomatoes, soy sauce, olive oil, and many grinds of black pepper. Place over low heat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, just until the tomatoes start to soften and juices collect in the pan.
• Carefully cut the tofu into 2 wide slabs (or 4 smaller ones) and place on plates or in shallow bowls. Divide the warm tomatoes on top. Add a judicious drizzle of toasted sesame oil, then sprinkle with scallions and basil, if using. Serve immediately.

Steps:

• Blend everything in the food processor or blender. Serve warmed or cold.

Steps:

• Put all ingredients into a blender/food processor.
• Use to top pasta.

Steps:

• Blend the tofu, garlic, parsley, herbs, paprika, and salt. (Add any herbs you want).
• Then thin with soy milk to achieve consistency. I like mine rather thick so it coats the pasta.
• When mixed, heat thoroughly in a pan before putting on pasta. (It tends too cool too quick if just poured over pasta and quickly heated.) DON'T LET IT BOIL THOUGH! It will separate and turn pasty if you do, which just isn't pleasant.

Steps:

• Carefully rinse tofu, then cover with cold water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then keep warm, covered, over very low heat.
• Meanwhile, mince and mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt. Stir together with remaining ingredients (except tofu).
• Just before serving, carefully lift tofu from saucepan with a large spatula and drain on paper towels. Gently pat dry, then transfer to a small plate. Spoon some sauce over tofu and serve warm. Serve remaining sauce on the side.