Gone are the days of flavorless, watery tofu. These hacks make the best of this versatile ingredient.
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Freeze it
Image Credit: Oh My Veggies Frozen tofu gets denser and, dare we say, “meatier.” Try it in this Buffalo tofu wing recipe.
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Press it
Image Credit: Kitchen Treaty To get really crisp tofu, you should press out the water. Try the technique in this recipe.
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Sub it in for eggs in baking
Image Credit: Chocolate Covered Katie Swap in 1/4 cup of silken tofu for each egg a recipe calls for. Try it in these fudgy brownies.
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Tofu cheesecake
Image Credit: Quite Good Food Cream pies and cheesecakes made without egg or dairy are possible thanks to tofu.
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Vegan feta cheese
Image Credit: Green Evi Marinated cubes of tofu are similar in texture to feta, a great topping for salads, sandwiches and more.
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Tofu mayo
Image Credit: VegAnnie Creamy vegan mayo is just a whir in the blender away thanks to this tofu-based recipe.
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Give smoothies a protein boost
Image Credit: With Our Best Avoid chalky powders, and add protein (and creaminess) to your smoothies with silken tofu.
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Scramble it
Image Credit: Brandi Bidot/SheKnows Firm tofu can be scrambled up for a hearty, protein-rich breakfast.
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Make mousse
Image Credit: Patricia Conte/SheKnows Try using silken tofu to make super-luxurious puddings and mousses — your taste buds will thank you.
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Tofu bacon
Image Credit: Scissors and Spice Skip the pricey pack of vegan bacon at the store, and make your own from inexpensive tofu.
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Thicken soups
Image Credit: This American Bite Instead of relying on heavy cream or starches to thicken your soups, try silken tofu instead.
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