Best 2 Tofu A La Bourguignonne Recipes

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**Tofu à la Bourguignonne: A Plant-Based Twist on a Classic French Dish**

Tofu à la Bourguignonne is a delicious and hearty vegan dish that puts a plant-based twist on the classic French beef stew, Beef Bourguignon. This flavorful and satisfying stew features tender tofu braised in a rich and savory sauce made with red wine, mushrooms, and pearl onions. Served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, Tofu à la Bourguignonne is a perfect meal for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner. This article provides two variations of the recipe: a traditional version made with red wine and a white wine version for those who prefer a lighter flavor. Both recipes are easy to follow and packed with flavor, making them a great choice for vegetarians, vegans, and meat-eaters alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TOFU A LA BOURGUIGNONNE



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Boeuf a la bourguignonne without the beef!

Provided by Ken Rose

Categories     Tofu Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
½ yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup Burgundy wine
1 dash soy sauce
1 bay leaf
1 dash dried thyme
2 (8 ounce) containers firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/2 inch strips
1 tomato, seeded and coarsely chopped
¼ cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and saute onion, shallot, and garlic until lightly browned.
  • Stir in tomato paste. Pour in the wine, and stir, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a boil, and cook about 1 minute. Mix in soy sauce, bay leaf, and thyme. Reduce heat to low, and place tofu, tomato, and mushrooms into the mixture. Cover, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until sauce is thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 89.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

TOFU BOURGUIGNON



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Make and share this Tofu Bourguignon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Be Nutritious

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4 plates, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cubed firm tofu
2 cups crimini mushrooms
1 cup shallots or 1 cup pearl onions
1 cup sliced carrot
1 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup chopped celery rib
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine
vegetable stock
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons peanut oil
salt, pepper

Steps:

  • Start with shallots. Boil them few minutes, then in a sieve drain under cold running water and peel off the skin. Now it comes off much easier than if you tried to do it before boiling.
  • In a skillet brown tofu with one Tbsp peanut oil. Stir often to make sure that all sides are nicely brown. Set aside.
  • Now saute the onion on the rest of the oil until slightly soft. Add celery and carrot and sweat for a few minute Add tofu, mushrooms, vegetable stock, red wine and mix in some tomato paste. Grate garlic and add to the stew. Reduce the heat to medium, cover and continue cooking for 15 minute.
  • After 15 min add shallots and continue cooking for another 15 minute.
  • At the end whisk in some cornstarch mixed with cold water and leave simmering for 2-3 min more. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.6, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 84.4, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 5.3, Protein 8.4

Tips:

  • Use extra firm tofu. This will help the tofu hold its shape and not crumble when you cook it.
  • Press the tofu before cooking. This will help remove excess water and make the tofu more flavorful.
  • Marinate the tofu. This will help the tofu absorb flavor and make it more tender.
  • Cook the tofu over medium heat. This will help prevent the tofu from burning.
  • Serve the tofu with your favorite sides. Tofu à la Bourguignonne is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tofu à la Bourguignonne is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tofu. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table, even the meat-eaters!

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