One of the biggest challenges vegetarians face on their health journey is getting natural and good protein sources. Most vegetarian protein sources are higher in carbohydrates or fats and relatively low in proteins. Or some are ultra-processed and undo whatever little benefits they may offer.
Tofu is the answer to these problems and more. Made using soya beans, this great plant-based protein source is low in calories. Consumption of tofu is great for the gut, weight management, and reducing the risk of cancer. Tofu is also helpful in type 2 diabetes, bone health, and skin health.
Tofu is an easy and healthy alternative to paneer and can be used to make lip-smacking recipes.
Let us have a look at a compilation of an array of Tofu recipes that can easily become your family favourite.
Asian Style Tofu Sesame Stir Fry
Tofu fits perfectly well in recipes made in Asian style. The perfect nutty, sweet, savoury and spicy combination of Asian seasoning with assorted vegetables and tofu is an ideal meal in itself.
It is a quick, tasty and very healthy meal that serves as a great ‘post office’ dinner.
Start your stir-fry adventure: Click here for the full recipe
Tofu Katsu Curry
If you love Japanese food, this recipe made at home will satisfy all your Japanese food cravings! Especially if you have turned vegan and miss meat? Or a vegan/vegetarian wanting to know what meat would taste like? Just try this recipe and send your taste buds for a party!
Let’s get cooking! Click here for the full recipe
Baked Tofu
When craving something indulgent especially like some crunchy pakoras, staying on a healthy track becomes tough. For times like these or more, make a healthy alternative that is not just delicious and healthy, but also satisfies your indulgent cravings without any guilt.
Make it now! Click here for the full recipe
Tofu Chocolate Mousse
Who doesn’t love desserts? Especially decadent desserts like a mousse? The rich and creamy chocolate-based dessert would make everyone drool! The original mousse is quite a sinful dessert with ample cream use.
With a simple swap, you can enjoy the same creamy rich, chocolate dessert that is not drool-worthy but also high in proteins and lower in calories.
Hungry for more? Click here for the full recipe
Tofu isn’t just a trendy addition to the vegetarian kitchen; it’s a powerhouse of nutrition wrapped in versatility. Whether you’re craving a quick stir-fry, a comforting curry, or a decadent dessert, tofu fits effortlessly into every dish. So, next time you’re looking for a plant-based, protein-packed delight, remember this compilation of recipes that can satisfy your cravings and nourish your body—all in one bite!
Kashmir briyani recipe
remember a story narrated by my uncle long time back. A relative of ours had visited Kashmir during the 80s. It was much before the militancy started and everything was pristine, and pure with a touch of life everywhere in the valley. Out of his the various experiences which he had and even though most of his memories had faded away, he still swears by the nutty,fruity Biryani he had that many days back. I recently remembered this little story and penned down a Biryani recipe which I christened “Kashmiri Chicken Biryani”. The highlights of the Biryani includes:
(i) Ghee Fried Cashew, Almonds and Raisins
(ii) Pomegranate
(iii) Fried Brown onions
(iv) Additionally I added sliced potatoes and boiled eggs, giving it the Calcutta touch.
Here is how I prepared it yesterday afternoon.It was a little late when I started, but all is well that ends well, and by the time the Biryani was ready, we were super hungry.This was a long awaited Sunday treat and we enjoyed it a lot.
Marination Time: 2 hrs
Preparation Time: 45 mins
Cooking Time: 2.5 hrs
Serves: 3-4
Overview of the process:
Parboil the rice
Then prepare a chicken curry to around 90%
Fry onion slices till reddish brown.
Fry the nuts and raisins in Ghee.
Layer the chicken and rice and cook over a Dum for 45mins-1 hr.
Preparing The Rice:
Mutton Biryani that I had prepared a few months back
Ingredients:
Rice: 225-250 gms. Use the Finest Basmati Rice.
Ghee: 3-4 tbsp
Salt: To taste
Whole Spices:
Chota Elaichi(Green Cardamon):5-6
Bada Elaichi(Black Cardamon):2
Darchini(Cinnamon Stick): A couple of 1 inch pieces
Jaiphal(Nutmeg):1/4th.Crushed.
Javitri:1/2.Crushed.
Black Pepper:5-6
White Pepper:5-6
Shahi Jeera:1/2 tsp
Procedure of Parboiling the rice:
Soak the rice in water for 30 mins.
Heat water in a deep pan.
When the water comes to a boil, add the ghee, whole spices and salt.
Then add the rice and cook it till it is 70% done.
Drain the water and let the rice dry out.
Prepare a Chicken Curry:
Ingredients:
Chicken – 750 gms.Marinaded in ginger, garlic, salt and a little amount of oil for 2 hours.
Potato Slices:2 potatoes sliced into 4 big halves.
1 medium sized onion, garam masala powder – 1 tsp, Curd – 100 gms, whisked.
Procedure:
Prepare a chicken curry with a thick gravy. The usual chicken curry preparation will be just fine.Separate the chicken from the gravy and keep it aside.
Fry the Nuts:
Ingredients:
Cashew: 50 gms
Almonds: 30 gms
Raisins: 30 gms
Melted Ghee: 5 tbsp.
Procedure:
Heat 5 tbsp of ghee in a kadai.
Once the ghee gets hot, fry the nuts and raisins for 2 mins under low heat.
Fry the Onions:
Onion: 250 gms.Thinly sliced.
Melted Ghee:4 tbsp.
Procedure:
Fry the onion slices in the ghee until they turn reddish brown.
Boiled Eggs:
Boil a number of eggs depending on the number of servings
Preparing the Dum:
Ingredients: Parboiled scented rice, Chicken curry,Saffron soaked in 8-10 tbsp of hot milk,Fried nuts,onion,pomegranates,boiled eggs
Procedure:
Use a thick bottomed deep pan.
Smear Melted Ghee over the entire pan.
Put the first layer of rice, then put the ingredients listed above in another layer.
Continue layering the rice and the chicken until complete.
Cover the container with a thick cover and seal with atta.
Cook over a slow,low fire for 45 mins-1 hr to get a perfect Biryani!