How to Cook Tasty Tofu for a Non-vegetarian
If you are expecting some non vegetarian guests, you will be glad to know that you can serve them tofu which is also a valuable source for proteins for people who consume it in the form of meat or fish.
Preparing this nutritious dish at home is simple; you will be required to follow the step by step instructions detailed in the article to achieve the required taste and texture.
Tofu is made from sour milk cheese that is cut into small cubes and can be cooked, grilled or fried to meet your personal needs. It is a part of every vegetarian or vegan diet and is an excellent substitute for cheese or meat.
All the ingredients required to prepare tofu at home can be easily purchased from your local grocery store or supermarket.
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 Hour
Total time: 1 hr 30 min
Yield: As required
Ingredients:
Garbanzo bean flour: 1 cup
Water: 5 cups
Colander
Cheesecloth
Cooking spray
Salt: 1/2 tsp
Turmeric: 1/4 tsp
Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
Water: 1 cup
Loaf: 6 x 4-inch
Instructions
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Before doing anything else you will need to make sure that you are good with cooking. Tofu is an expensive item and it is advised to prepare it with a lot of care. Consider hitting your local supermarket and buy some tofu. Most grocery stores and health care stores also sell tofu.
There are also a number of types of tofu available in the market. Extra firm, firm, water packed and silken are some of the most readily available types of tofu but you should choose the one you feel comfortable with. -
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For non vegan people, the Burmese version of tofu is the perfect choice as it uses chicken instead of soy.
Add all the required ingredients into the mixer and blend them thoroughly. Wash the ingredients before adding them to the mixture. Let the mixture rest for four to five hours.
Spray some cooking oil inside the saucepan and add the liquid to into the saucepan, leaving the chicken at the bottom of the bowl.
Heat up the mixture until it comes to boil. Mix starch into the boiling to achieve the required texture. Wait for the liquid to get thick and pour it into the serving plate. -
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If you are looking to make smoothies or deserts for your guests, consider choosing the Silken tofu which is perfect for this purpose. This type of tofu also goes well with most dressing and sauce recipes.
Experiment by substituting cheesecake, mousse and pudding with tofu which tastes delicious when mixed with most daily products including milk and cheese. -
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Be extra careful when seasoning the tofu as this is the most important step of preparation. Do not marinade the product for more than an hour. Furthermore, it is recommended not to use seasoning that is too salty. The more you marinade the better will be the taste as tofu is an excellent absorbent.
