Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing maple-glazed tofu and spaghetti squash dish. This wholesome and flavorful vegan meal is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring succulent tofu glazed in a luscious maple syrup, soy sauce, and garlic sauce, paired with tender and delicate spaghetti squash, roasted to perfection.
Complementing this main course are three additional recipes that elevate the dining experience. Prepare a zesty and refreshing Asian slaw with a vibrant blend of cabbage, carrots, bell peppers, and a tangy dressing. For a touch of warmth and spice, try the aromatic coconut curry soup, filled with an array of vegetables and tantalizing spices. And no meal is complete without dessert, so indulge in the heavenly vegan chocolate mousse, a rich and decadent treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Each recipe is crafted with carefully selected ingredients and detailed instructions, ensuring a delightful culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned vegan, a health-conscious individual, or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, this collection of recipes will delight your taste buds and nourish your body. From the savory main course to the sweet dessert, this menu offers a complete and satisfying meal that showcases the versatility and deliciousness of plant-based cuisine.
MAPLE GLAZED TOFU
A vegetarian alternative for ham; great for Easter, Christmas, etc.
Provided by doll
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Protein Tofu
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together maple syrup, pineapple juice, soy sauce, and mustard in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the tofu. Cook and stir until the tofu is evenly browned. Stir in syrup mixture and continue to cook until the glaze has reduced. Top with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.1 calories, Carbohydrate 64.3 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 360.3 mg, Sugar 53.6 g
CRISPY TOFU WITH MAPLE-SOY GLAZE
Whenever you're cooking tofu, here's one of our no-fail techniques: Draining the tofu, then squeezing out as much water as possible (without smashing it), is the key to the crispiest cubes.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Tofu Soy Sauce Maple Syrup Ginger Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Healthy Quick & Easy
Yield 2-4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Drain tofu, then sandwich between several layers of kitchen towels to remove excess liquid. Cut into 9 cubes.
- Whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and ginger in a small bowl.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. When oil is rippling across the surface, carefully add tofu so it doesn't splash. Cook, undisturbed, until very crisp and dark brown underneath, 3-4 minutes. Carefully turn and repeat on opposite side. Holding tofu back with a spatula or slotted spoon, pour out oil into a small bowl. Return skillet to medium-high heat and add soy sauce mixture. Cook, reducing heat to medium so it doesn't over-reduce or burn and basting tofu occasionally, until glaze is thick enough to coat a spoon, about 4 minutes.
- Divide tofu among plates. Drizzle with glaze, then top with scallions. Serve with rice alongside.
SWEET-AND-SPICY ROASTED TOFU AND SQUASH
This is a meal with complex flavors and a variety of textures: velvety from the honey-roasted squash, tender and juicy from the tofu, with the occasional crunch from the sesame-seed garnish and a slight chew from the squash peel. I like to serve this dish with more hot sauce on the side, preferably over brown rice or lightly dressed baby spinach, though it's also good served all alone. As long as the squash and the tofu have each other, that's all they really need.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain tofu and slice into 1/2-inch-thick slabs. Cut each slab in half. Arrange tofu on a large baking sheet or several plates lined with several layers of paper towels. Place another layer of paper towels on top and weigh down tofu with another baking sheet or more plates topped with a heavy cookbook or cans. Let stand for 20 minutes. Pat tofu dry.
- While tofu drains, heat oven to 425 degrees. Cut squash into 1/2-inch-thick half-moons. Cut each slice in half again.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sriracha and a pinch of salt. Whisk in peanut oil. Spoon 3 tablespoons of the mixture into a separate bowl and reserve. Whisk honey into the original mixture. Spread squash out on a large baking sheet and pour honey-soy mixture over it. Sprinkle squash lightly with salt and pepper and toss well. Roast until bottoms are golden brown, about 20 minutes. Flip and roast until uniformly golden and soft, about 10 minutes more. Transfer squash to a large bowl.
- Adjust the heat to broil and position a rack just below the heating element. Toss tofu with reserved soy mixture and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet (you can use the same one you used for the squash). Cook until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes per side. Toss hot tofu with squash, sesame seeds and celery leaves, adding more soy sauce if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 315, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 829 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
MAPLE-GLAZED SQUASH
Squash gets pleasantly sweet and spicy flavors from maple syrup and cinnamon in this recipe. -Betty Kay Sitzman, Wray, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cut squash lengthwise in half; remove and discard seeds. Cut halves crosswise into 1-in. slices; discard ends. Place squash in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with salt and pepper. , In a small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; pour over squash. Bake, covered, 50-60 minutes or until squash is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MAPLE-ROASTED TOFU WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND BACON
A small amount of bacon adds a lot of smoky flavor to sweet maple-roasted vegetables and glazed tofu. It's a colorful, cozy sheet-pan meal for tofu lovers who also eat meat, or bacon eaters who are trying to eat less meat. To make this dish vegan, skip the bacon, and add 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika to the maple syrup mixture. Dicing the squash into small cubes helps it roast at the same rate as the brussels sprouts, so be sure to keep the pieces around 1/2 inch in size.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, weekday, vegetables, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Slice tofu into 1-inch-thick slabs. Pat them dry with paper towels and arrange in single layer on a plate. Cover tofu slabs with more paper towels and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, ginger and red-pepper flakes. Simmer until syrup thickens slightly, about 1 minute, then stir in 1/4 cup olive oil.
- Place squash, brussels sprouts and onion in a bowl. Toss with salt, pepper, coriander, sage and half of the maple syrup mixture. Spread vegetables in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle bacon on top.
- Add soy sauce and 2 teaspoons lime juice to remaining maple mixture.
- Remove paper towels from over tofu, and sprinkle salt on tofu slabs. Tuck tofu onto the baking sheet with squash and brush half of the soy-maple mixture over the slabs. Roast for 40 minutes, tossing the vegetables occasionally. Halfway through roasting, flip the tofu slabs, and brush with remaining soy-maple mixture. Turn oven off and heat broiler.
- Broil tofu and vegetables for 1 to 2 minutes to crisp up the bacon and the edges of the tofu. When vegetables are still hot, toss with remaining 1 teaspoon lime juice and the fish sauce. Garnish with sliced scallions and drizzle with more olive oil and a little more lime juice if you like.
Tips:
- Choose firm or extra firm tofu: This will help the tofu hold its shape better when cooking.
- Press the tofu before cooking: This will help remove excess moisture and make the tofu more flavorful.
- Use a variety of seasonings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs, spices, and sauces to find a flavor combination that you enjoy.
- Cook the tofu over medium heat: This will help prevent the tofu from burning or sticking to the pan.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking tofu, it's important to give it enough space so that it can cook evenly.
- Serve the tofu immediately: Tofu is best served fresh out of the pan, so don't let it sit for too long before eating.
Conclusion:
Maple glazed tofu with spaghetti squash is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters alike. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the spaghetti squash is soft and flavorful. The maple glaze adds a touch of sweetness and richness to the dish. This recipe is a great way to enjoy tofu and spaghetti squash in a new and exciting way.
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