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Tofu and Tempeh : Top 20

 

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Thanksgiving No-Turkey Turkey

Submitted by: ChristinaW Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Home Town: Chehalis, Washington, USA
Living In: Seattle, Washington, USA
This vegetarian treat is a beautiful addition to the Thanksgiving holiday table.  

Toronto Pad Thai

Submitted by: FULLYRECLINED 
When you're dying for some restaurant-style pad thai, here's a spicy vegetarian one. You can substitute chicken, shrimp, or pork for the tofu. 

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Tofu Parmigiana

Submitted by: Jill B. Mittelstadt 
Breaded tofu a la parmigiana. You'll just about swear this is eggplant or veal! One of my husband's favorites, and he doesn't even suspect! Serve with a simple crisp green salad, angel hair pasta and garlic bread. 

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Coconut Curry Tofu

Submitted by: KATHYCOLLINS 
This exotic dish is easy to make, and blends the exciting flavors of ginger and chile paste with fresh vegetables in a creamy coconut milk base. Serve over rice. 

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Breaded, Fried, Softly Spiced Tofu

Submitted by: Miss Sriri 
Living In: Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
This tofu recipe is completely gorgeous. Tofu is soaked in vegetable broth, then breaded with flour, sage, and cayenne, and deep fried. Serve with a relish or a dip of some sort (I love this with plain yogurt mixed with eggplant brinjal). 

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Tofu Lasagna

Submitted by: M.PERRY 
Tofu is combined with eggs, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella cheese and spices. The mixture is layered with lasagna noodles and topped with more cheese. 

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Hot and Spicy Tofu

Submitted by: RITALINCINDY 
Firm tofu, bell pepper, and red onion, all quickly stir fried in sweet and sour sauce. A word of caution - this is VERY spicy! If you like milder dishes, decrease the amount of pepper flakes or omit them altogether. 

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Orange Beef-Style Tofu Stir-Fry

Submitted by: JACKSKELLINGTON 
When I get a craving for orange beef, I make up this tofu stir-fry! Pieces of firm tofu in a mildly spicy orange sauce. Serve over rice noodles, and use any vegetables you like! 

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Almost Eggless Egg Salad

Submitted by: Jill 
More than just a substitute for egg salad! The only egg is in the mayonnaise; use soy mayonnaise for a vegan variation. Serve on wheat toast with crisp lettuce and fresh tomato slices. 

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Eggless Tofu Spinach Quiche

Submitted by: CookingForDummies 
Tofu and milk are blended, then baked with spinach, garlic, onion, Cheddar and Swiss cheeses. Soy milk and cheeses may be substituted to make a vegan quiche. 

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Baked Shells in Sauce

Submitted by: Krista B 
This is a simple recipe which lends itself to countless adaptations. Seashell pasta is baked with mushrooms, tofu and cheese in tomato sauce. 

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Vegetarian Chili

Submitted by: julieliz 
They'll never know it's vegetarian! 

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Tofu Tacos I

Submitted by: KRYM 
Tofu is spiked with chili powder, cumin, cayenne, lime juice and tomato sauce, and cooked with cilantro to make a delicious taco filling. 

Vegetarian Meatloaf with Vegetables

Submitted by: Renee 
Vegetarian imitation ground beef is combined with onion, eggs, bread cubes and savory herbs and spices. The meatless loaf is nestled with carrots and potatoes, and baked. 

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Tofu and Cheese Stuffed Shells

Submitted by: CookingForDummies 
Jumbo pasta shells are stuffed with a creamy mixture of tofu, carrot, zucchini, onion and three cheeses and baked in a savory tomato sauce. You can omit the ricotta cheese, and egg white if desired. Or substitute soy cheeses for a vegan version. 

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Vietnamese Style Vegetarian Curry Soup

Submitted by: shaggy 
A delicious creamy curry soup loaded with vegetables and exotic spices. You'll have to dust off the kitchen knife and do some chopping, but it's worth it! 

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Tofu Creamed Spinach

Submitted by: Libby 
Home Town: Spencer, Iowa, USA
Living In: Berkeley, California, USA
A good alternative to higher-fat versions of creamed spinach, silken tofu is pureed with milk, cheese, and seasonings, then added to spinach sauteed with onions and garlic. 

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Stuffed Peppers

Submitted by: KDCG 
The quintessential recipe, just like gram used to make. Green peppers are seeded and stuffed and baked. It 's that simple. The final topping of cheese melts down into the rice and tomato stuffing and makes it gooey and delicious. 

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Tempeh Reuben

Submitted by: mel 
A satisfying, tangy sandwich that is a cinch to make. 

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Tofu Salad

Submitted by: Jean Marie 
Living In: Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada
Marinated tofu, blanched snow peas, carrots, cabbage, and peanuts are tossed together in this delicious Asian-style salad. 

 
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