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Mock Chicken

SUBMITTED BY: SILVERWOLF 

"This is a great substitute for any recipe which calls for cooked, diced, or chopped chicken meat. Freezing tofu gives it a meat-like texture. The process is very easy, but you'll need to plan 72 hours ahead."
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This recipe has been rated 32 times with an average star rating of 4.4
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PREP TIME  15 Min
READY IN  3 Days 15 Min
Original recipe yield 2 cups

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu

DIRECTIONS

  1. Leave tofu in original package and place in freezer for 72 hours.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a simmer. Place package of tofu in water and allow to thaw, approximately 10 minutes. When thawed, remove from package, place in a piece of cheesecloth, and squeeze out liquid. Shred, dice, or slice tofu and include in your favorite recipe.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 5, 2007 by SoCalledVegan 
While it's a great idea to freeze tofu for at least 24 hours to give it meat-like texture,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 3, 2003 by GINNYG 
What a great idea! I have used this method several times and it definately helps the tofu... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 24, 2005 by FROGGYOGA 
Okay, I tried this again twice now with a different brand of tofu- Frieda's - and it was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 23, 2004 by BRIANGEL 
I found it takes a little longer than mentioned to get the tofu to thaw all the way through... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 3, 2003 by CK21 
this recipe has opened up a lot of new options for me. thanks, Silverwolf! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 14, 2006 by DREANA 
This definetly gives the tofu a tougher texture. I have a recipe for original style kentucky... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 26, 2006 by ILOVERIVERS 
you are my HERO! This makes it the exact texture of boca/gardenburger/morningstar chiken... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 24, 2003 by THOMASDEKKER 
This recipe certainly does deliver firmness: I forgot mine in the freezer for 6 months and it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 22, 2008 by Bouchos 
I'm not sure what I could have done wrong, seems pretty basic, but when I thawed the tofu and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.38 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 1, 2006 by Dessert Diva 
This really works. I left the tofu in the freezer for a month because I got busy. I sliced it... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Mock Chicken

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 124

  • Total Fat: 7.4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 12mg
  • Total Carbs: 3.6g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 13.4g

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