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Marry Me Tofu with Creamy

Marry Me Tofu with Creamy Tomato Sauce You'll Crave Forever

Marry Me Tofu with Creamy combines crispy tofu with a rich tomato sauce for irresistible plant-based comfort food.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Super Firm Tofu Press before use
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot starch can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Omit for milder taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can use high-heat oil
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Can use fresh tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Italian seasoning can replace
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust to preference
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 cup Cashew Cream Substitute with oat or coconut cream
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with kale or arugula
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Dried can be used in a pinch
  • optional Vegan Parmesan Can use traditional parmesan if not vegan

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Press super firm tofu for about 20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Slice the tofu into triangles or cubes for even cooking.
  3. Mix cornstarch, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss the tofu pieces to coat.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with avocado oil, then fry the tofu for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
  6. In the same skillet, add sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper, stirring until combined.
  7. Pour in vegetable broth, tomato paste, and cashew cream, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in baby spinach until wilted, then add fresh basil and vegan parmesan if desired.
  9. Return crispy tofu to the skillet, coating it with the sauce, and heat through for another minute.
  10. Serve over pasta, rice, or with fresh bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Press tofu well to ensure crispiness. Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying. Taste the sauce to adjust seasoning as needed.

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