Tofu
The Path to Niter Kibbeh Starts With Herbs and Spices
It's the backbone of Ethiopian cooking, and you can make it a thousand different ways. But for the truest, best niter kibbeh, you need to order a few signature ingredients (or get them from a saint of a chef).
Sheet-Pan Collard Greens and Crispy Tofu With Niter Kibbeh
This easy dinner is inspired by gomen, an Ethiopian dish in which greens are flavored with an aromatic spiced butter. Breaded tofu is a delightful counterpoint.
Baked Chocolate Tofu Cheesecake
This cheesecake has a chocolatey rich mousse-like texture that is absolutely amazing.
Doenjang Jjigae
This fermented-soybean stew is the quintessential representation of Korean jang. The soft tofu, the dashi, and the sweetness of the vegetables work together to mellow the intensity of the doenjang so that your palate can discern the different facets of flavor.
Farmers Market Farro Bowls
Set yourself up for success: The farro, tofu, eggs, dressing, and pickles can all be made up to five days ahead.
Farmers Market Farro Bowls
A little bit of prep work has a big payoff—a tasty, versatile lunch just waiting for its gochujang-lime dressing.
Silken Tofu Isn't Just a Protein—It's a Sauce
When blended with fresh herbs, or something tart or spicy, shelf-stable silken tofu becomes a creamy base for almost any kind of sauce (or dressing, or dip).
Creamy Ginger Dressing
Silken tofu is the base of this dressing, creating a punchy sauce that's creamy and silky. Bryant Terry uses it to dress a hearty grain salad with celery, persimmons, and chopped nuts—but you can also drizzle it over grilled vegetables, or use it as a dip for crudités.
In This House, We Stan House Foods Mapo Tofu
You know the old adage: Teach a man to fish, and he can eat for a day. Teach a man which instant mapo tofu package is the best, and he can eat for a lifetime.
The Best Tofu Brands According to Chefs
Plus, how to use tofu, whether you like it silken, soft, or extra firm.
Chile and Ginger–Fried Tofu Salad With Kale
In this spicy salad, cubes of fried tofu act like tender-bellied croutons amid the leaves of baby kale, only with much more protein and spunk than the usual toasted bread.
Jerk Tofu Wrapped in Collard Leaves
This recipe from Bryant Terry highlights the earthy taste and the toothsome texture of collards, and offsets the greens with tofu that’s been soaked in a Jamaican-inspired marinade.
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71 Hearty and Satisfying Vegetarian Main Dish Recipes
These flavor-packed meat-free meals are sure to satisfy vegetarians and carnivores alike.
Crispy Tofu Balls
This recipe is a game-changer for people who think they don't like tofu. To get the right balance between moisture and texture, we provide three techniques for removing excess liquid.
Crispy Tofu With Maple-Soy Glaze
Our simple technique of draining before frying makes the tofu extra-crispy, and perfect for absorbing the salty-sweet flavors of maple syrup, soy sauce, and fresh ginger.
Silken Tofu With Soy-Sauced Tomatoes
This is a quick summer dish that capitalizes on juicy tomatoes and requires the stove to be turned on for just a few minutes.
Kimchi Soup With Tofu and Clams
Two flavor powerhouses—bright, spicy kimchi and savory, briny clams—create a soup fast enough to make on even the most hectic weeknight.
This Coconut-Braised Cabbage Is the Perfect December Meal
The secret to a quick, deeply flavorful dinner: put your lemongrass in the blender.
Coconut Cabbage and Tofu With Lemongrass and Ginger
For this vegetarian dinner, we roast thick wedges of cabbage, carrots, and tofu in a spiced coconut milk sauce until they're wonderfully softened and caramelized.
Rice Noodles and Tofu in Peanut Sauce
With a sweet and tangy sauce, these rice noodles are a fast and fabulous dinner for any night of the week.