We turned up the the flavor with this Chinese-style barbecue dish of Grilled Eggplant and Tofu Steaks with Sticky Hoisin Glaze. This vegetarian dish captures the essence of great barbecue without relying on meat. Ingredients 1 (14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained 1/3 cup ketchup 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 1 […]
Traditionally, this comfort-food stew is made with flash-fried and then long-simmered fish heads. Tilapia fillets make an excellent, quick-cooking substitute. Ingredients 3 ounces uncooked bean threads (cellophane noodles) 2 cups boiling water 1 ounce dried wood ear mushrooms 4 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons julienne-cut peeled fresh ginger 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 […]
This dish has all the umami-rich and crisp-tender qualities we love about classic takeout and none of the greasy, sodium-bomb qualities we don’t. Wavy, deep yellow Chinese egg noodles can be found in the refrigerated section of any Asian market and many supermarkets. You can substitute any refrigerated fresh pasta or even brown rice noodles, […]
There’s no need to pull out the food processor to make the small amount of breadcrumbs for this recipe. Just tear bread by hand into very small pieces; the rustic texture is perfect. Ingredients 4 ounces firm tofu, drained 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, divided 1 1/2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 3/4 […]
The real kicker on this breakfast classic is the buttery, luscious hollandaise sauce. We lighten it up with a mixture of silken tofu and reduced-fat sour cream. When poaching eggs, choose the freshest possible; the white adheres to the yolk better, making for an easier, cleaner poach. Ingredients 1/2 cup white wine 3 tablespoons champagne […]
Curry powder adds warmth and earthiness to this speedy version of creamed spinach. Whole milk yogurt gives the side a luscious mouth feel and plenty of body. Serve with steak or with seared planks of spice-rubbed tofu. Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves 1/2 […]
Tofu gets a grilled treatment in this recipe with a sweet brown beer glaze that’s brushed on both before and while the tofu grills. The flavor and texture is a delicious contrast with the hearty, chewy, nutty barley. If you don’t have barley on hand, serve with brown rice, quinoa, or farro. If you don’t […]
Ingredients 4 ounces ground pork or diced fresh pork belly 4 1/2 cups unsalted chicken stock 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 cup shallots, sliced 2 tablespoons white miso or doenjang (Korean soybean paste) 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chile paste) 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon fish sauce 1 pound firm water-packed tofu, cubed 8 […]