Archive for July, 2007
Change Your Thanksgiving with this Tofu Turkey Recipe
Friday, July 6th, 2007 by The Cooking GuyCatering to a lot of people around the holidays or for a special occasion can be stressful, and difficult. Catering to each and every person’s taste buds can make it even more difficult to pull off the perfect dinner party. Which meat will you serve? What about the vegetarian neighbors? What on earth are you going to feed them?
Tofu: A Healthy Alternative
tofu is an exceptional food–not only because it is highly nutritious- but because it can be prepared in such a remarkably wide variety of ways. tofu is a good source of soy protein and isoflavones, both of which confer promising health benefits according to doctors.
There are so many amazing recipes out there involving vegetarian dishes. Vegetarian cooking is easier than you would think, and the good news is, you don’t have to worry if the meat is cooked all the way!
If you plan on serving a turkey for the family, why not substitute a great tofu turkey recipe for those at the party that are either vegetarian, or trying to watch their figures. A tofu turkey recipe has all of the filling taste and protein found in any other main dish, with a third of the caloric content. It even almost looks like your regular Thanksgiving turkey!
Using tofu turkey recipe instead of your usual Butterball turkey will allow you to cut the prep time in the kitchen down from two hours to about fifteen minutes. Using a tofu turkey recipe will also slice your oven time down from four or five hours to only one hour. tofu turkey recipes are loved by vegetarian and meat eaters alike, because tofu is a soy bean curd based product that takes on the characteristics, flavor, and texture of a meat.
tofu comes in a variety of ways, soft, firm, extra firm, etc. These options allow you to cater the texture you desire to the food you are planning to cook. You would use a soft form of tofu for Miso soup, but allow for an extra firm piece when following a tofu turkey recipe. Having different options make cooking more fun, and incorporating vegetarian lifestyles into your eating habits a breeze.
Many doctors recommend cutting down on the amount of red meat that you intake in your regular diet, in order to cut down on high cholesterol and other issues, incorporating great tofu meals like a tofu turkey recipe into your diet will benefit your health in the long run, and add new flavors and cooking ideas into your household.
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Tofu For Breakfast
Thursday, July 5th, 2007 by The Cooking GuyAre you ready for breakfast tofu? Here is a video you may find interesting.
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A Tofu Stir Fry Recipe Can Make Any Dinner Great
Wednesday, July 4th, 2007 by The Cooking GuyYou and your loved ones really enjoy eating tofu and would like to make it the basis of a healthy family meal for dinner. However, there are so many different ways to cook tofu that you cannot think of which is the best way to choose. Look no further, because a tofu stir fry recipe is an excellent choice.
A Vegetable Stir Fry with tofu is a Delicious tofu Stir Fry Recipe
For this tofu stir fry recipe, you will need several ingredients. These ingredients include: 2 zucchinis that are 6 inches long, 4 medium carrots, 4 green onions, 1 ½ cans of chicken broth that should be 13 ¾ ounces in size, 2 stalks of celery, safflower oil, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch or arrowroot powder, ground ginger, garlic powder, 2 cups of cooked brown rice, 1 package of chow mein noodles, and 1 package of tofu (the tofu should be cut into ½ inch pieces for cooking).
Once you have assembled all of the ingredients needed for this tofu stir fry recipe, then be sure to wash the onions, zucchini, and celery, and thoroughly dry them. Peel the carrots, and cut them into strips that are about 1/8 inch wide and 3 inches long. Cut the celery into pieces that are about ¼ inch thick, and the same should be done for the green onions. The zucchini should be cut lengthwise in half, and then into slices that are about 1/8 inches thick.
Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a skillet or a large wok. Be sure that the oil is very hot, but that it does not smoke. Add the celery and the carrots, and use a wooden stir fry spatula to cook the mixture for 3 minutes. Add the onions and the zucchini, and cover the pan, cooking the mixture on medium heat for 1 minute. After than, take the cover off, stir the mixture a bit, and cook the mixture for 1 ½ more minutes. After that, the mixture should be taken off of the heat.
Next, pour the chicken broth into a small saucepan. Sprinkle in 1/8 teaspoon of the ginger and the garlic, and some of the arrowroot powder. Stir with a wire whisk to dissolve them into the mixture. Allow the mixture to thicken over medium heat, and the cubed tofu should be added once the mixture is reasonably thick. Continue stirring gently to allow the mixture to thicken and heat over the tofu. Place vegetables into the mixture, and then place the entire mixture onto the brown rice and the cooked noodles.
This is just one of the many tofu stir fry recipes that you could try. For more ideas, consult a cookbook, or the many online websites that offer delicious recipes. Once you have found the recipe that you want to try, make it, and delight in how much your family will enjoy it!
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Versatile and Tasty Tofu Stir Fry
Monday, July 2nd, 2007 by The Cooking GuyLong time tofu lovers already know how versatile and healthy cooking with tofu can be and tofu stir fry is right at the top of the good for you but tasty list. tofu stir fry is a delicious and easy dish to make and you can stir fry tofu just as you would any meat or poultry. tofu, also known as soybean curd, is extremely versatile and a good source of protein and calcium, but without the added fat found in meat products.
So if you’re watching your calories tofu stir fry can also be a great addition to a healthy low fat diet. If you’re new to tofu, stir frying is an easy, almost fool proof way to give tofu a test drive on the taste buds.
Test Drive tofu Stir Fry
You might want to begin with a basic tofu stir fry recipe and then experiment with different vegetables or seasonings until you find just the right combination for your discerning palate. Here is an example of a very simple and tasty tofu stir fry recipe that you can try.
Combine 1/3 cup of water, 4 teaspoons reduced sodium soy sauce, one teaspoon dry white wine, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar and 1/4 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules in a small bowl. Drain and press 10-1/2 ounces extra firm tofu lightly between paper towels; cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
Spray wok or large skillet with nonstick cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoon oil followed by 2 cups diagonally sliced carrots and stir fry for 2 or 3 minutes. Add 3 cups sliced mushrooms, 1 cup of chopped leeks, 2 minced cloves of garlic and 2 teaspoons minced garlic. Stir-fry for 2 or 3 minutes or until all the vegetables are tender. Add the previously prepared liquid mixture to vegetables along with 3 cups stemmed spinach and the cubed tofu. Cover and cook for about one minute or until heated through. Serve over steamed rice.
Try a Little Variety
This same tofu stir fry recipe can be made using other green vegetables as well. Broccoli, green or red bell peppers and bok choy or bean sprouts are easy to cook by stir fry, and you’ll get healthy, great-tasting vegetables. If you’re not use to eating tofu or simply can’t do without your animal protein, you can even add in some thin strips of beef or cubed chicken. One of the best things about tofu stir fry is its versatility to adjust to a variety of tastes and diets. So why not give tofu stir fry a try for dinner tonight? Do something nice for your waistline and give your taste buds a surprising treat.
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