40 Delicious Tofu Recipes
40 Tofu Recipes that showcase how amazing and versatile the plant protein can be! Whether it’s grilled or fried, tofu is the best!
Admittedly, the first time I had tofu I didn’t like it much. I was the mid-1980s, I was a kid and my dad gave me some, unseasoned and straight from the package. I was not a fan!
However, these days, I can eat tofu straight from the package. Of course it’s even better with some seasoning too! And there’s lot of traditional and delicious ways to eat tofu where it’s not “standing in” for some kind of animal product.
That said, there are a lot of recipes out there for traditional tofu recipes, and my focus has always been recreating my old favorite dishes. Tofu has become the protein I use the most because it’s so versatile, relatively cheap and accessible.
Grilled Tofu Recipes
One of my favorite and most used recipes is my Grilled Tofu “Chicken” recipe. As you can see below, it’s used in many more recipes!
Grilled Tofu Chick’n
Making a Grilled Tofu Chicken Filet is equally easy, fun, cheap and delicious! A super versatile vegan protein for any dish!
Marinated Tofu
This Marinated Tofu recipe is my go to! It’s quick, easy and delicious and it can be used in just about any recipe!
Souvlaki
All the flavor of traditional Souvlaki but with Tofu! This is one of my new favorites, and it can be done with or without skewers and indoors or outdoors too!
Chipotle Tacos
These Tofu Tacos are perfect for a quick weeknight or late night meal, and you can make them Crispy or Soft, both are super good!
Vegan Turkey
This Vegan Turkey is quick and easy because we are using Tofu! Perfect for a Simple Holiday Meal or in a Sandwich!
Salmon
Super Savory Vegan Salmon made with tofu and seasoned with umami-packed ingredients and stuff from the sea! Perfectly flaky and delicious!
Entrees & Pasta
Bolognese
All the delicious and hearty flavor of the iconic Italian sauce, but instead of meat, this Bolognese uses Tofu!
Mac & Cheese
This Tofu Mac & Cheese bypasses cheese all together! It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s also nutritious and delicious!
Marry Me Tofu
This Marry Me Tofu is a Vegan Version of the Viral Marry Me Chicken, and it’s just as flavorful and proposal worthy as the original!
Grilled Teriyaki Tofu
Grilled Tofu “Chicken” that’s been slathered in a Sweet & Salty Teriyaki Sauce is so dang good and better than Take-Out!
Tofu Piccata
Tofu Piccata has all of the bright and zippy flavors of Chicken Piccata thanks to the caper lemon butter sauce! A true comfort food classic!
Chick’n Caesar Salad
Whether you have it in a bowl or in a wrap, this Vegan Caesar Salad is zip zappin delicious and as good as the traditional version! Just add the Tofu Grilled Chick’n to the Salad!
Chick’n Alfredo
This Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo puts anything you got at Olive Garden to shame! It’s creamy, rich and perfect with some Grilled Tofu Chick’n too!
Stroganoff
This Tofu Stroganoff is a savory, creamy plant based twist on the classic Hamburger Helper Stroganoff only way BETTER!
Spinach Spaghetti
This Spinach Spaghetti is so rich, creamy and delicious, you’ll hardly notice that you’re eating a bunch of Spinach! A perfect way to sneak in some veggies!
Fried Tofu Recipes
Tofu is also great for frying of course!
Crispy Fried Tofu
This Crispy Fried Tofu is super quick and easy, ready in about 15 minutes, perfect for dipping or saucing up!
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Making a Tofu Fried Chicken Sandwich is one of the easiest, fastest and delicious ways to enjoy Fried Chicken without the Chicken!
Orange Tofu
This Crispy Orange Tofu is super delicious, quick and easy, ready in about 30 minutes, and better than take out!
Vegan Raising Cane’s
Here’s how to make your very own Vegan Raising Cane’s Plate at HOME! The Chicken Fingers, Sauce, Fries, Coleslaw and Texas Toast!
Po’ Boy
The Classic New Orleans Sandwich, only this Po’ Boy is made with crispy Fried Tofu and is totally Vegan!
Air Fried Tofu
Vegan Air Fried Chicken is a great alternative to deep frying! Way less oil, but still crunchy and delicious!
Katsu
All the flavor and CRUNCH of traditional Chicken Katsu, but with Tofu instead! Pairs perfectly with some Katsu Sauce or in a Plate Lunch!
General Tso
The Chinese-American Take-Out Classic but at Home! Crispy Fried Tofu slathered in a Sweet & Spicy Sticky Sauce is a winner!
Vegan Filet o’ Fish
The classic McDonald’s Filet O’ Fish sandwich, only it’s a VEGAN Filet-o-Fish, so it’s more like a Filet NO Fish!
Tofu Meat Recipes
Tofu is also great as anything from a Ground Beef to a Bacon!
Bacon
This Tofu Bacon is Smokey, Savory, CRUNCHY and CHEWY! Perfect on its own, or in a Vegan BLT or a Bacon Cheeseburger!
Bacon Bits
If you wanna skip the store-bought Bacon Bits, make these Tofu Bacon Bits which are even better, and can be just as crunchy!
Bacon Jam
This Vegan Bacon Jam is Smokey, Savory and Sweet! It’s so good on just about anything, heck I could eat it with a spoon!
Ground Beef
Turning TOFU into Vegan Ground Beef is Cheap, Easy and DELICIOUS! You can use this Tofu Ground Beef in just about any DISH!
Taco meat
This Tofu Taco Meat is ready in about 20 minutes, and it’s perfect for just about any taco, burrito you can think of!
Shredded beef
Turning TOFU into Shredded Vegan Ground “Beef” is Cheap, Easy and DELICIOUS! Use in just about any dish you like!
Tofu Sandwich Recipes
Deli Meat
Vegan Deli Meat made with Tofu! Super savory, and perfect for stacking up on sandwiches, and it’s also Gluten Free!
Super Easy Deli Meat
An even easier tofu deli meat that just requires some grilling and seasoning!
Cheesesteak
My favorite new way to cook TOFU on one of my FAVORITE SANDWICHES of all time!
Tuna Salad
For a high protein Vegan Tuna Salad, Tofu is your best choice! This is super delicious and ready in about 15 minutes!
Banh Mi
Arguably the best sandwich in the world, let’s make a Vegan Banh Mi with Tofu! Complete with a Mushroom Pate!
Tofu Sauces & Spreads
Easy Mayo
This Tofu Mayo is not only cheap, delicious and easy to make, but it can be made with no oil, and it’s got some extra protein to boot!
Ricotta
This Tofu Ricotta is ready in about 10 minutes, slightly salty and tangy, it’s super good on just about anything from toast to Lasagna!
Tofu Egg Recipes
Egg Salad
This Vegan Egg Salad is THICK and delicious thanks a zippy dressing made with Vegan Cream Cheese! Perfect for hot weather too!
Tofu Scramble
A Tofu Scramble doesn’t have to be boring or bland! This classic vegan breakfast is super versatile and perfect as an egg substitute!
Egg McMuffin
Let’s VEGANIZE and UPGRADE the iconic Breakfast Sandwich by McDonald’s! It’s a Vegan McMuffin, people! Let’s do it!
Eggs Benedict
The iconic brunch dish gets a VEGAN MAKEOVER! In 30 minutes you can have a rich and decadent hollandaise sauce, a runny “egg” yolk, and can enjoy this comfort food classic in style!
