3 simple recipe ideasfor cooking with tofu

Quick tofu tacos

Put a new spin on Taco Tuesday with this quick, simple, and low-cost recipe. You'll need store-bought taco seasoning, a block of firm tofu, tortillas, and the toppings of your choice. Crumble the tofu into small pieces in a pan and cook with the taco seasoning by following the instructions on the package. Simmer for a few minutes on medium. As the tofu warms, prepare your toppings and heat the tortillas in another pan. Then the fun begins because each person can assemble their taco to their own liking. Any leftovers you have can be enjoyed for lunch the next day!

Tasty taco toppings

• Avocado
• Tomato
• Red onions
• Cilantro
• Cheddar cheese
• Sour Cream

Bonus: homemade salsa

For a homemade salsa that will whisk you away to Mexico, you'll need two limes, one or two tomatoes, a red onion, and cilantro. Chop all the vegetables and cilantro and place in a bowl. Add the juice of two limes and season with salt and pepper. Let rest for a few hours in the fridge. You can also add a few drops of Tabasco sauce for a bit of a kick.

Tofish and chips

Whether you want to serve finger foods at your game-watching party or simply need inspiration for a quick weeknight dinner, tofish and chips is a delicious and simple recipe that is sure to win over everyone at the table! You'll need a block of firm tofu, a bit of flour, breadcrumbs, a lemon, two beaten eggs, and curry powder. Cut the tofu into thick, rectangular slices and pat them dry. Combine the flour, breadcrumbs, and a pinch of curry in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Dip the tofu into the eggs and then the breadcrumbs. Heat a generous drizzle of olive or vegetable oil in a pan. Cook the tofish strips for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. Because you can't have fish and chips without fries, save time with Selection frozen French fried potatoes or make your own.

Tofu Bolognese sauce

Sometimes, it's nice to try something new with the classics. The proof? Use tofu instead of ground beef the next time your make spaghetti sauce for a cost-saving, delicious result. You'll need the vegetables of your choice (bell peppers, mushrooms, carrots, tomatoes, etc.), a few cloves of garlic, tomato sauce, tomato paste, and a block of firm tofu. In a large pot, gently cook the garlic and onions. Then add the tofu (crumbled), chopped vegetables, salt, pepper, and your usual Italian seasoning. Cook for a few minutes and add the tomato sauce and tomato paste. Simmer on low for about one hour. To save time and money, you can also cook a large quantity and freeze leftover sauce for use later on.

Practical tip: this sauce can also be prepared in a slow cooker!

Versatile tofu

Tofu can be used instead of meat in all sorts of recipes. It's easy to get creative because tofu absorbs the flavours of seasonings. For instance, you can make delicious tofu cubes simply by marinating them for a few hours. Best of all, you'll often find special offers for tofu so check your flyer every week.