Best 7 Moosewood Mushroom Sesame Tofu Stew Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Moosewood's Mushroom Sesame Tofu Stew, a delectable vegan delight that tantalizes your taste buds. This hearty and satisfying stew features tender tofu, earthy mushrooms, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all harmoniously blended in a rich and flavorful broth. The tantalizing aroma of toasted sesame oil and the subtle hint of tamari create a sensory experience that will leave you craving more. Discover the culinary magic of this plant-based masterpiece and embark on a journey of culinary exploration. Whether you're a seasoned vegan, a flexitarian seeking meatless options, or simply a food enthusiast looking for a flavorful twist, this recipe will delight your palate and leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MUSHROOM-SESAME-TOFU SOUP



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This recipe is from "New Recipes from Moosewood Restaurant." It is easy enough that I was able to make it without creating a large mess to clean up, which is not often the case. We had a big Sunday dinner yesterday and only wanted something light for supper. This along with some bread was perfect.

Provided by Folk Dancer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 teaspoon grated ginger
3 celery ribs, sliced
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large bay leaves or 3 small bay leaves
4 cups diced tomatoes, with the juice
1 cup vegetable broth or 1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons tahini
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1 (8 ounce) package soft tofu, pressed and cut into small cubes

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan (I used a 3 qt saucepan) and sauté the onions and ginger for 4 minutes.
  • Add the celrey and sauté for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the mushrooms, reduce the heat, and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add the cayenne, salt, bay leaves, tomatoes and juice, and broth.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the tahini and peanut butter.
  • Stir until peanut butter has dissolved.
  • Add the tofu and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
  • Stir periodically to make sure nothing is sticking to the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.7, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 760.8, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 12.2, Protein 10.2

WOK SAUTEED MUSHROOMS AND TOFU



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 36m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (14 ounces) firm tofu, drained
2/3 cup vegetable broth
1 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 leek (1-inch diameter), white part only, cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
1 serrano or jalapeno chili pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 pound small white button mushrooms, halved
1/2 pound portobello mushrooms, sliced into 1-inch squares
6 medium fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded, quartered
1 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Cut tofu in half horizontally to make 2 pieces, each about 3/4-inch thick. With a 2-inch biscuit cutter, cut 6 rounds from each half to make a total of 12 rounds. In a bowl combine 2/3 cup vegetable broth, 1 1/2 tablespoon hoisin sauce and 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil. Place a non-stick frying pan over medium heat until hot. Add 1 tablespoon cooking oil, swirling to coat sides. Add tofu and cook, turning once, until golden brown, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side. Remove pan from heat. Place a wok over high heat until hot. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, swirling to coat sides. Add leek, chili pepper and all mushrooms. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes. Add cornstarch solution. Cook, stirring, until sauce boils and thickens. To serve, arrange tofu in a circle around the edge of a serving platter. Place mushroom mixture in the center.

WHITE SOONDUBU JJIGAE (MILD TOFU STEW)



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This Korean stew features velvety silken tofu in a clear, savory broth that allows the nutty flavor of the tofu to shine. Dried kelp, radishes and shiitake mushrooms build the base of the soothing soup: Radishes impart sweetness, while the kelp and mushrooms add earthy notes. Sesame seeds give each spoonful an extra toasty flavor and crunch. Traditionally, the stew is finished with eggs that have been gently poached, with runny yolks that enrich the broth. If desired, crack four eggs into the stew once the tofu is warmed through and let them simmer gently for three minutes.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (6-inch) square dried kelp (also labeled as dashima or kombu)
8 ounces Korean radish or daikon, peeled and sliced ¼-inch thick, then cut into 1-inch pieces (2 cups)
3 dried shiitake mushrooms
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as safflower or canola
4 scallions, thinly sliced
Salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 large zucchini (8 ounces), halved lengthwise and sliced into ¼-inch-thick half-moons (2 cups)
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 pounds silken tofu, broken into large pieces with a spoon
1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
Steamed rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, combine kelp, radish, dried shiitakes and 5 cups of water, and bring to a simmer over high heat. Cover, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer kelp and mushrooms to a cutting board, and transfer broth with radish pieces to a bowl and reserve. Chop kelp into 1-inch pieces, very thinly slice the mushrooms and add both to reserved broth.
  • In the empty Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Add all but ¼ cup of the scallions, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 2 minutes. Add garlic, sesame seeds and ginger, and stir until well combined and fragrant, about 30 seconds. Then add the reserved broth and vegetables, the zucchini and soy sauce, and bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini and radish are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in tofu and sesame oil, and cook until tofu is warmed through, 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Divide jjigae in 4 bowls and garnish each with some of the reserved scallions. Serve hot with rice on the side.

MOOSEWOOD MUSHROOM SESAME TOFU STEW



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This is a satisfying, healthy, cold weather stew recipe from "Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites". It's great over rice or with some crusty bread. It's a flexible recipe; feel free o substitute with whatever veggies you have in the fridge. Kale works well. TO PRESS TOFU: Sandwich firm or soft tofu between two plates or baking sheets. Rest a weight (like a heavy book) on top and press for 30 minutes, then drain water.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups chopped onions
1/2 cup water
3 cups sliced celery
4 cups sliced mushrooms (12-ounce package)
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups undrained canned whole tomatoes, chopped (18-ounce can)
2 tablespoons tahini or 2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 (12 ounce) package tofu, pressed and cut into bite-sized pieces (see recipe description)
1 dash soy sauce or 1 dash hot sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • In a covered soup pot on high heat, cook the onions in the water, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add the celery and continue to cook, covered, stirring frequently for 5 minutes. Add more water if the vegetables begin to stick. Add the mushrooms, lower the heat, and cook until the mushrooms begin to release their juices, about 5 minutes. Stir in the bay leaves, ginger, and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the tahini or peanut butter, add the tofu, and simmer on a heat diffuser or on very low heat for a few minutes more. Add salt, soy sauce, or hot sauce to taste; discard the bay leaves and serve.

TOFU SALAD - EASY VEGAN - MAKE AHEAD (MOOSEWOOD)



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Courtesy of the original Moosewood Cookbook. Love that you can make it ahead and just pull it out of the fridge at serving time. I'm serving this at a birthday party buffet to make sure there is something substantial for vegetarians/vegans in the group. The book recommends stuffing this salad into pita bread to make it a meal, which I've never tried but sounds great. Prep time includes the minimum 2 hours for marinading. Serves 6 as the main attraction, but more if it's a side dish. Enjoy!

Provided by magpie diner

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 tablespoons sesame oil
5 tablespoons rice vinegar or 5 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar (or your choice of sweetener)
3 tablespoons tamari or 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt, to your taste
1 dash crushed red pepper flakes, to your taste
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
1 lb extra firm tofu, well drained (6 cakes)
12 medium mushrooms, left whole
1 small carrot, grated (or in matchsticks)
1 small bell pepper, finely chopped (any colour except green)
1 -2 cup cabbage, shredded (optional)
1 -2 shallot, minced (optional)
fresh mung bean sprouts (optional)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped peanuts (optional)
minced fresh cilantro (optional)
minced fresh parsley (even basil would be nice) (optional)
1 fresh tomato, diced (optional)
sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Cut the tofu into 1/2 inch cubes and add it along with the salad veggies into the marinade. Stir gently.
  • Cover and let marinade at room temperature for at least two hours. You can prepare this a few days in advance, in which case just keep it in the fridge.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature, sprinkled with all or some of the toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.7, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 616.9, Carbohydrate 6.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 4.1, Protein 8.5

SESAME TOFU WITH SPINACH



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Make and share this Sesame Tofu With Spinach recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kitchen Kozy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco) (optional)
2 teaspoons olive oil or 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
10 ounces fresh Baby Spinach, rinsed
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Slice the Tofu lengthwise into 4 rectangular slabs, than half each piece to get squares.
  • Spread the sesame seeds on a plate. Press all surfaces of each tofu square into the seeds to coat.
  • Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet on medium heat.
  • Arrange the tofu in a single layer and cook about 5 minutes Carefully turn and cook 5 minutes on other side.
  • Add soy sauce and Tabasco, turn the squares over, and cook another minute. Transfer squares to a plate (leaving stray seeds in the pan).
  • Add the oil and garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds, until golden. Add the still damp rinsed spinach and cook for 1-2 more minutes, stirring constantly. Cook until wilted but still bright green.
  • Season to taste with salt & pepper.
  • Serve the tofu on top of the spinach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Sodium 573.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 14

TOFU VEGETABLE DUMPLINGS



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absolutely delicious! From my most cherished cookbook: Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites. No vegetarian kitchen should be without it. To make these completely vegan, be sure to get Chinese wonton wrappers (either from your local Asian food store or from the freezer section of a good grocery). Melissa's wonton wrappers, and other brands, typically sold in the produce section of grocery stores contain EGGS.

Provided by chocolatechomper

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h6m

Yield 48 dumplings, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ounce dried shiitake mushroom
2 cups boiling water
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon ground fennel
2 cups fresh mushrooms, minced
1 cup bok choy, minced
1 teaspoon canola oil
4 ounces tofu, pressed and crumbled
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 scallions, minced
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
48 wonton wrappers

Steps:

  • Place shitake mushrooms in heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water, and set aside for 20 minutes. Drain, freezing liquid for your next batch of veggie broth. Remove and toss stems in compost. Mince mushrooms.
  • In saucepan on medium-low heat, combine the shitake, garlic, ginger, anise, carrots, fresh mushrooms, bok choy and oil. Cover and cook for 5 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Meanwhile, mix crumbled tofu, soy sauce, scallions and hoison sauce in a bowl.
  • Add tofu mixture to saucepan and cook for 3 minutes, mixing everything.
  • Assemble your dumplings. Moisten the outer edges of a wrapper. Place a rounded teaspoon of tofu-vegetable mixture in center of it. Fold one corner of wrapper over to the diagonally opposite corner to form a triangle. Press edges together to seal the dumpling. This can be done quickly with friends assembly line style.
  • Place filled dumplings on a large platter and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate or freeze until ready to use.
  • Cook dumplings in one of the following ways: Gently simmer dumpings in broth (such as miso) for 5 minutes. OR saute them in a skillet prepared with 1/2 teaspoon of oil for 2 minutes on each side. Pour in 1/4 cup water, cover and steam for 4 minutes. OR Steam the dumplings in a steamer basket over boiling water for 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.2, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 4.4, Sodium 694.6, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.1, Protein 7.7

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the stew will be. Use fresh vegetables, a flavorful broth, and good-quality tofu.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the vegetables will not cook evenly. Add the vegetables in batches if necessary.
  • Cook the tofu until it is slightly browned: This will give the tofu a nice texture and flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will give the stew a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, and broccoli.
  • Season the stew to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bit of lemon juice or vinegar for a brighter flavor.
  • Serve the stew hot: This is the best way to enjoy its flavors.

Conclusion:

This Moosewood Mushroom Sesame Tofu Stew is a delicious and easy-to-make vegan stew that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.

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