Best 5 Lemon Ginger Tofu Recipes

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In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to cooking a tantalizing and flavorful dish: "Lemon Ginger Tofu." Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe combines the zesty tang of lemon with the aromatic warmth of ginger to create a delectable and satisfying meal. Tofu, a versatile plant-based protein, takes center stage, absorbing the vibrant flavors of the marinade and becoming the perfect canvas for this delightful dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of creating the best lemon ginger tofu recipe, sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

REFRESHING LEMON-GINGER DRESSING



Refreshing Lemon-Ginger Dressing image

This dressing is wonderfully light and tangy; serve over salad. It goes perfect with my squished kale salad (see my recipe box for this). Made as directed, this recipe is gluten free, wheat free, soy free, dairy free, and corn free. I use my Vitamix® to blend the dressing together. Enjoy!

Provided by Karra Showen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Fruit Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups olive oil
1 ¼ cups lemon juice
½ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup minced fresh ginger
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Blend olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and salt together in a high-powered blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 73.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

LEMON-GINGER TART



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Somewhere between a lemon bar and a lemon pie lies this ultra tangy tart. "Tart" makes it sound difficult, but it's easier than you think: The rich filling requires zero cooking, and the crust is a simple shortbread that you just press into place. The already vibrant yellow filling gets an assist from a bit of ground turmeric. It's an ingredient that you won't taste as much as you'll see, but it just so happens to pair perfectly with the freshly grated ginger. It's an extra step, but don't skip straining the filling. It will get rid of any lumps that the whisk couldn't tackle and will prevent those unsightly air bubbles that can rise to the top after baking. The lemon slices, while optional, are not frivolous: They add a bit of texture and welcome bitterness to the tart.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     pies and tarts, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups/192 grams all-purpose flour
2/3 cup/82 grams confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 cup/170 grams (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup/240 milliliters fresh lemon juice
1 1/4 cup/252 grams granulated sugar
4 large egg yolks
1 large egg
1/4 cup/32 grams all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced, seeds removed (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Whisk together flour, sugar and salt in a medium bowl. Drizzle in melted butter and, using a spatula, mix until it's well combined (it'll have a sort of Play-Doh texture). Press this into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan (or you can use a 9-inch springform pan, going about an inch up the sides), using a measuring cup to flatten and make sure it's all even.
  • Bake the tart shell until it's a pale golden brown on the edges and baked through on the bottom (it will lose that greasy shine), 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Make the filling and assemble: In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, sugar, egg yolks, egg, flour, ginger, turmeric and salt. Make sure no lumps remain, but be careful not to overmix. Pass the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to make sure no bits of flour or egg are left behind. Add lemon slices, if using, and stir to coat. Set the lemon slices aside.
  • Transfer filling to the crust (depending on the depth of your pan, you may have a few tablespoons left over). Lay reserved lemon slices across the top. Bake until the edges are set and the center no longer jiggles, but does not look dry, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 460, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 320 milligrams, Sugar 42 grams, TransFat 1 gram

LEMON & GINGER TOFU



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From vegweb.com, posted by vegweb member [email protected]. http://vegweb.com/index.php?topic=10831.0

Provided by Arwen Myers

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 freshly grated lemon, rind of
1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pinch salt
6 -8 tablespoons coconut milk
2 cups steamed jasmine rice
1 cup steamed vegetables

Steps:

  • Cut tofu into slices of the size you desire (e.g. 12 rectangular pieces or small cubes).
  • Mix together garlic, ginger, shallots, coriander powder, cumin, chilli paste, soy sauce, water, lemon juice, lemon rind, sugar, 1 tablespoon of the oil, and the salt in a dish to make a marinade. Stir it well.
  • Place the tofu in the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and leave in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (2 or 3 hours would be ideal).
  • Heat a frying pan to medium-hot and put the rest of the oil (1 T) in it. Take the tofu out of the dish, letting excess marinade drip back into the dish. Do not discard the leftover marinade! Cook tofu in pan for 5 to 10 minutes, until nicely browned.
  • When the tofu is cooked, put it aside and keep it warm.
  • Turn the heat down to medium-low and pour the leftover marinade (chunky bits and all) into it. Stir for a minute or two and add the coconut milk, turning the heat down to low as you do so. Bring to a boil, or until it reaches consistency you desire (I like a thick sauce, but not too thick), and its all ready!
  • Place the tofu on the steamed rice and pour the sauce over it. Serve the steamed vegetables next to the rice, garnish with coriander leaves and enjoy!

GARLIC GINGER TOFU



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This easy, braised tofu dish is great served with steamed rice and vegetables.

Provided by Syd

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     Tofu

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
1 lime
1 tablespoon tamari, or to taste
2 pounds firm tofu

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and ginger, and cook for 1 minute. Add tofu to the pan with tamari, and stir to coat. Cover, and continue cooking for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Squeeze lime juice over tofu before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 141.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

GINGER-LEMONGRASS BROTH WITH NOODLES, SILKEN TOFU, AND BROCCOLI



Ginger-Lemongrass Broth with Noodles, Silken Tofu, and Broccoli image

Cozy up with this warming, Southeast-Asian-inspired soup that features a lemongrass-scented broth, silken tofu, and tender noodles. To ward away any sign of a cold, a serving of vitamin C-packed broccolini is stirred in at the end.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 large onion, peeled and halved
6 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 stalks lemongrass, smashed with the back of a knife and cut into 3-inch lengths
1 (3-inch) piece fresh ginger, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1 cup cilantro sprigs, plus more for serving
1 Thai chile pepper, a slit cut in side (seeds removed for less heat, if desired), plus more, sliced, for serving (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
Kosher salt
8 ounces Broccolini or Chinese broccoli, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups)
1 pound fresh plain wheat noodles, or 8 ounces wide rice noodles
8 ounces silken tofu (1 cup), cut into 6 pieces
Fresh Thai or Italian basil leaves and lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine broth, 3 cups water, onion, garlic, lemongrass, ginger, cilantro, whole chile, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, 30 minutes. Strain, discarding solids; return broth to pot. Stir in fish sauce; season with salt.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add Broccolini and return to a boil; cook until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Using tongs, transfer to a plate. Add noodles to pot and cook until just al dente, about 4 to 5 minutes for wheat noodles, 3 minutes for rice noodles. Drain.
  • Divide noodles among bowls. Add Broccolini to hot broth, then gently add tofu and heat through over medium. Spoon broth, Broccolini, and tofu over noodles. Garnish with herbs and sliced chile, and serve with lime wedges.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tofu: For this recipe, firm or extra-firm tofu works best. It holds its shape well during cooking and absorbs the marinade flavors better.
  • Press the tofu: Pressing the tofu helps to remove excess water, resulting in a crispier tofu with a better texture.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is key to infusing the tofu with flavor. Use a combination of soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings to create a marinade that is both tangy and flavorful.
  • Cook the tofu properly: To achieve a crispy exterior and a tender interior, cook the tofu in a pan over medium-high heat until it is golden brown on all sides. You can also bake the tofu in the oven for a healthier option.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Lemon-ginger tofu is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Try it with rice, noodles, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Lemon-ginger tofu is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make. With its bright and tangy flavors, it is a great option for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. Experiment with different marinades and sides to find your favorite way to enjoy this versatile dish.

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