Best 6 Amazing Tofu Parmesan Recipes

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Preparing a delectable tofu parmesan dish is an exciting culinary adventure that invites you to explore a symphony of flavors and textures. Tofu, a versatile plant-based protein, takes center stage in this captivating recipe, offering a blank canvas for a delightful medley of herbs, spices, and savory ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned kitchen connoisseur or a novice cook eager to expand your culinary repertoire, this step-by-step guide will lead you on a journey to create an "amazing tofu parmesan" dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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TOFU PARMIGIANA



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Breaded tofu a la parmigiana. You'll just about swear this is eggplant or veal! One of my husband's favorites, and he doesn't even suspect! Serve with a simple crisp green salad, angel hair pasta and garlic bread.

Provided by Jill B. Mittelstadt

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 ounce) package firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ teaspoon dried basil
1 clove garlic, minced
4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Slice tofu into 1/4 inch thick slices, and place in bowl of cold water. One at a time, press tofu slices into crumb mixture, turning to coat all sides.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook tofu slices until crisp on one side. Drizzle with a bit more olive oil, turn, and brown on the other side.
  • Combine tomato sauce, basil, garlic, and remaining oregano. Place a thin layer of sauce in an 8 inch square baking pan. Arrange tofu slices in the pan. Spoon remaining sauce over tofu. Top with shredded mozzarella and remaining 3 tablespoons Parmesan.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 840.7 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

TOFU PARMESAN SUBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 clove garlic, smashed
8 fresh basil leaves, torn
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 large egg
1 12-ounce package firm tofu, drained and sliced into 8 pieces
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 loaf whole-wheat Italian bread, cut into 4 pieces and split in half
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 pound baby spinach (about 8 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Combine the tomatoes, garlic, basil and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper and simmer until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Toss the breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons parmesan and the Italian seasoning on a plate; season with salt and pepper. Beat the egg in a shallow bowl. Dip the tofu in the egg, then in the crumbs, turning to coat.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook until crisp, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Place the bread cut-side up on a broiler pan; spread the bottom halves with sauce, then top with tofu, more sauce, the mozzarella and remaining parmesan. Broil until the cheese melts and the bread is toasted, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in the empty skillet over medium-high heat. Add the spinach, season with salt and pepper and let wilt, about 1 minute. Place on top of the cheese and cover with the bread tops.

TOFU PARMIGIANA



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Instead of having a greasy, battered coating, the tofu "steaks" in our revamped Parmigiana are breaded and lightly pan-fried in just a small amount of oil then topped with part-skim mozzarella, fresh basil and your favorite marinara sauce. This Italian classic will please even those who are tofu-phobic.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Tofu Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup plain dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 14-ounce package firm or extra-firm water-packed tofu, rinsed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 small onion, chopped
8 ounces white mushrooms, thinly sliced
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ cup prepared marinara sauce, preferably low-sodium
½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Combine breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning in a shallow dish. Cut tofu lengthwise into 4 steaks and pat dry. Sprinkle both sides of the tofu with garlic powder and salt and then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and begin to brown, 4 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add the tofu steaks and cook until browned on one side, about 3 minutes. Turn over and sprinkle with Parmesan. Spoon the mushroom mixture over the tofu, pour marinara over the mushrooms and scatter mozzarella on top. Cover and cook until the sauce is hot and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 13.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 610.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

AMAZING TOFU PARMESAN



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I have been a vegetarian for only 2 months now and wanted to find a recipe that would make tofu taste good! After looking at many recipes I came up with this which combines what I think are the best parts of many recipes. I didn't measure the ingredients so I will give estimates here which will work but feel free to adjust to your personal taste. This really is a special recipe in my opinion that even meat lovers will enjoy.

Provided by Reggies Mom

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

350 g extra firm tofu (I buy organic)
4 tablespoons soy sauce
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup nutritional yeast flakes
24 ounces of your favourite spaghetti sauce (or homemade)
1/2 cup canola oil (for frying tofu)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (or whatever kind you like)
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut tofu into 1/4 inch slices. Lay out slices between several layers of paper towels or clean tea towels. Place a cutting board or other flat surface on top with some weight on it to draw the moisture out. Press for about 30 minutes.
  • Mix the soy sauce, olive oil and garlic together and place the drained tofu slices to marinate for a couple of minutes,.
  • In a shallow dish combine the flour and nutritional yeast. Dip each tofu slice in the egg and then coat in the flour/yeast.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook tofu slices on both sides until crispy golden.
  • Place a thin layer of sauce in an 8 inch square baking pan. Arrange tofu slices in the pan. Spoon remaining sauce over tofu, top with shredded mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Serve with a crisp salad or pasta.

TOFU PARMESAN



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

Provided by Leona L.

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb firm tofu, cut into 1/2 slices
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups tomatoes, crushed or diced
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese or 1/4 cup cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In fry pan, add 1 tbls oil, fry tofu slices till golden brown, drain on paper towels.
  • Add the remaining oil and fry onion and garlic till tender.
  • Add tomatoes and spices, simmer for 15 mins.
  • Lay tofu in a baking dish, pour over tomatoe sauce, sprinkle with cheeses.
  • Bake at 350 for 20-25 mins, uncovered.
  • Enjoy!

AMAZING SIMPLE THAI TOFU



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You'd never guess it's Tofu! Peanut and ginger flavors combine to create a wonderful Asian-flavored dish that everyone will love. Serve over white rice.

Provided by ROSEGRABOWSKI

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
⅓ cup chopped green onion
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
¼ cup chunky peanut butter
3 tablespoons flaked coconut
sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and cook green onions for one minute. Add tofu, and continue cooking 4 minutes more, sprinkling with soy sauce halfway through. Gently stir in the peanut butter and ginger, being careful not to break the tofu, until well incorporated.
  • Remove from heat, and toss in coconut. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 178.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose extra-firm tofu. This type of tofu holds its shape better when cooked and absorbs the marinade more easily.
  • Press the tofu before cooking. This will help remove excess water and make the tofu more firm.
  • Marinate the tofu for at least 30 minutes. This will help the tofu absorb the flavors of the marinade.
  • Use a high-quality Parmesan cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
  • Cook the tofu over medium heat. This will help prevent the tofu from burning.
  • Serve the tofu immediately. This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Tofu Parmesan is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover tofu. With its crispy outer layer and tender, flavorful interior, Tofu Parmesan is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook tofu, give Tofu Parmesan a try. You won't be disappointed!

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