How To Make Tofu Taste AMAZING!

How To Make Tofu Taste AMAZING! | 3 Easy Recipes

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Don't settle for boring tofu! Try out these recipes and techniques to take your tofu game to the next level.
I all too often hear people complain that they don't like tofu because it's too bland.... that's not the tofu's fault! You've gotta season that stuff right.
Let me know your thoughts in the comments down below? What's your favourite way to cook tofu?
0:00 Intro
1:14 Smokey Tofu Crumble:
1 Block of Tofu
2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
1 Tsp Garlic Powder
1 Tsp Onion Powder
1 Tsp Smokey Chiplote Powder
(smoked paprika would work as well)
Method:
Crumble tofu.
Add seasoning to mixing bowl and work into the crumbled tofu.
Spread out mix on to a baking tray and bake for 25-35 minutes at 350-375 f.
Add to pizzas, salads, tacos, burritos, wraps, pasta, or chilli.
4:50 Sweet & Salty Sesame Tofu
1/2 Block Tofu
1 Tbsp Braggs Liquid Aminos
(soy sauce or Tamari would work too)
2 Tsp Hot Sauce
2 Tsp Rice Vinegar
1 Tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
1 Tsp Garlic Powder
1 Tsp Onion Powder
2 Tbsp Maple Syrup or Sweet Chilli Sauce
1-2 Tbsp Sesame Seeds
Method:
Cube tofu
Mix all the ingredients in a bowl minus the maple syrup/sweet chilli sauce and sesame seeds.
Watch video for quick marinade technique.
Bake on a non-stick baking tray for 25-30 minutes at 375 f.
Using the leftover marinade, mix in the maple syrup/sweet chilli sauce sesame seeds and tofu cubes.
Place back into the oven for another 10 minutes or so.
Remove when edges start to brown.
10:24 How to Make Tofu Chewier
Freeze and thaw a full block of tofu. Right in the package works just fine!
You can thaw it on the counter in about 7 hours or in the fridge in about 24.
Drain and press out excess water.
Season and cook using your favourite recipe.
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@Simnettnutrition 3 жыл бұрын

Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out the video. Let me know if my wild cousin should make more appearances. Maybe a full day of eating on his first day eating vegan? Also, I'm sorry the music is a little loud in the intro. Do you like music in the background of the videos or do you find it distracting? It always seems so boring and dry without, but it's also annoying finding something that fits and an appropriate volume level. Let me know below.

@u2sandrah 3 жыл бұрын

Simnett Nutrition music? Which music? All was muted by those squishy farty sounds of the marinating part... Bad cousin for the win. Great hair he has. Also, the editing of this vid is on point! The chopping sounds were peeeeerfekt!

@DamnTastyVegan 3 жыл бұрын

Would LOVE to see what this guy eats in a day. He seems full of energy! LOL! Love this mullet tofu man character

@Simplifier123 3 жыл бұрын

DEFINITELY more of the bad cousin!!! He's an epic addition to your videos 😎 The music is excellent btw, just tone it down a little bit so it would be more in the background and its perfect :)

@StephenMarkTurner 3 жыл бұрын

That was Jeff Nippard's brother, I thought. (thinking of TV's Sheldon and his brother) :-)

@mat_j 3 жыл бұрын

I buy firm tofu, slice it thin, put it on a pan for a second than add soy sauce and stock, garlic. It absorbs all flavors like a sponge. Try it

@OmniMK 3 жыл бұрын

People eating unseasoned food and asking why it sucks, should take a deep look into a mirror. So many people think eating healthier means eating flavorless, so I'm glad you're helping to change that!

@Simnettnutrition 3 жыл бұрын

1 shake of garlic/onion powder at a time. Lol.

@katherineleigh1393 3 жыл бұрын

I'll let my cubed tofu marinate in some corn starch, maple syrup, + GF soy sauce for around 20 minutes. then I put those bad boys in the air fryer on 375 for 15-25 minutes (shaking every 5 minutes or so) + then drown them in some home made sweet + sour sauce. + add some rice, broccoli, + mushrooms. it's bomb! 🙌 thanks for sharing these awesome tofu ideas. also. thanks for being a great vegan fellow. ✨🌿

@MeGusta912 2 жыл бұрын

was looking for someone to mention what temp to fy it at since i literally have mine sitting in a marinade right now XD thank you!

@frumpd63 3 жыл бұрын

The humor and approachability is why this is the channel I recommend on the rare occasions when someone asks me how to properly go plant based. Come for tofu, stay for the pull ups.

@CJA32able 3 жыл бұрын

Word.

@evelynbaron2004 3 жыл бұрын

exactly!

@-weldo-2108 Жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@pinchebruha405 7 ай бұрын

As soon as he slapped the tofu he had me 😂 ❤🎉

@sheridanclaude2133 Жыл бұрын

I just had my first taste of tofu and I'm 70 years old! I used the tofu crumble recipe (the first one), and it was delicious! The only thing I couldn't find in my local grocery store was fresh cilantro, but I don't think it detracted too much from the original recipe. I was amazed at how much like meat the crumble was, both in taste and texture. A real winner and I have enough left over for a couple more meals. 😊 New subscriber here.

@karenogo3553 3 жыл бұрын

I'm Japanese and Tofu and Natto fermented beans is what I live on 😋 They are so good

@ericnewcomer3031 3 жыл бұрын

I've wanted to try natto ever since I saw it on Ryoya's channel!

@isisamun-ra2479 3 жыл бұрын

I love tofu but never tried natto have not heard of it

@KMCLA 3 жыл бұрын

tempeh is the best soy product in my opinion

@shoegal 3 жыл бұрын

I've had natto. Omg the smell is terrible but I suck it up because it is good for me.

@xEr0r 3 жыл бұрын

@@KMCLA ohhh yeah, I'm 100% team tempeh

@HenchHerbivore 3 жыл бұрын

Haha, who is THIS fun character who’s turned up?! LOVED everything about this video. GREAT content, brother!

@StephenMarkTurner 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, you are way out of your time zone - lol.

@beardwaxer 3 жыл бұрын

yea! kinda reminds me buff dudes!

@sarahdee374 3 жыл бұрын

Re: soy OK? I just consider the cultures that have used it "forever". They are among the healthiest, longest living folks on the planet. Good enough for me. I eat tofu, tempeh and soy curls along with other protein sources (not all in one meal-LOL), 66 years old and pretty dang healthy. And I'm in the US, and feeling pretty heavy on election eve. So happy to laugh at your friend the mullet guy, and the squishy tofu. This looks so great. Thanks for the laughs, much appreciated! 🙏

@LakeConroePenny 3 жыл бұрын

Preferably NON-GMO tofu!

@vegansteph40 3 жыл бұрын

Just a quick tip for the freezing method. Drain before hand and put it in a container in the freezer that way it thores quicker and you get even more liquid out of it too.

@blueotter5990 2 жыл бұрын

thawes!

@-weldo-2108 Жыл бұрын

thaws

@sandracarli1110 3 жыл бұрын

The bad guy was so funny. I hope to see more of him :-D

@alexandrodl1371 3 жыл бұрын

He needs a name

@sandracarli1110 3 жыл бұрын

@@alexandrodl1371 He reminded me of Billy from the series Stranger Things.

@mikeskylark1594 3 жыл бұрын

YES! YES! YES!

@domz6254 3 жыл бұрын

Billy the soy boy

@zoefriis5653 3 жыл бұрын

YES, WE WANT A FULL DAY OF EATING WITH THIS DUDE!!!! 😂👍🏼

@Vegan_4The_Animals 3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣

@AlbuquerqueBandit 2 жыл бұрын

If he was a girl I'd propose

@AJ.chemist 3 жыл бұрын

It's almost 3 am in Germany and I woke up in the middle of the night to watch your video. Thanks for the great job❤️🌱

@denisea.9033 3 жыл бұрын

Uuuuggghhh, just when I had convinced myself that I have no need (or space) for an air fryer or an Instant Pot, I find your channel and all these delicious looking recipes 🤦🏽‍♀️

@ellefant4600 Жыл бұрын

Just made the sweet and salty sesame tofu! It’s mine & my husband’s first time trying tofu, and it was SO good. Thank you Derek & Crystal for all these videos! Thank you for the info on soy, cuz I’ve avoided the healthy kind for decades, while shrugging at the soybean oil and isolate that sneaks into everything else. Thank you so much for sharing everything! I appreciate your channel so much.

@ellaa5528 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I’ve been eating tofu for 3 years now but it is so good to be able to change it up

@Simnettnutrition 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! its such a versatile food.

@wright_vibes 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto About to be 4 years in March. These look great.

@franallsmiles9213 3 жыл бұрын

I hit like as soon as ole boy swung open that fridge 😂😂😂😂 I love it!

@eternalyfeful 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Fran! 😍😍😍

@SilverTiger97480 3 жыл бұрын

The sweet chili one was amazing. Thanks from Québec :)

@allholdhands528 3 жыл бұрын

Somehow, adding a wild Derek only made this more wholesome?

@salilchaudhary4343 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from India so good man 👌 love love this ❤️ I'm vegan 💪 so happy

@Vegan_4The_Animals 3 жыл бұрын

Hello buddy

@sarahandgeorge 3 жыл бұрын

I tried out the Sweet & Salty Sesame Tofu in the oven today. Deeeeelicious!!

@connlaffan6232 3 жыл бұрын

Never knew about the frozen tofu trick, gonna try it right now! Thanks Derek !

@shunekaolayvar255 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to try these recipes! I’ve been looking for some new ideas. Thanks Derek & Crystals giggles in the background 😊

@jackiestanford134 2 жыл бұрын

This tofu crumble recipe changed my tofu life! Thank you so much for all you do and represent.

@danielanereu3799 3 жыл бұрын

I loveeeee tofu I start eating it when I was like 3 and refused meat. I cant imagine my life without it!

@user-pj9uj8rm9p 2 жыл бұрын

I went vegan a week ago and OMG am I happy that I found this awesome channel! Thank you!!❤

@geno5169 Жыл бұрын

Me too? I just started my new of veg? I bought tofu and I was ax eating it plain. So far.

@geno5169 Жыл бұрын

I’ll be nervous going out to restaurants and this Easter will be first holiday, what can I eat??

@suepatrick4214 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Derek - I just bought tofu for the first time along with a new air fryer so I'm really looking forward to trying your recipes. Thanks so much for posting them🙂

@rowenaanderson3739 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to watch anything you do, Derek. Thanks for all you do.

@hughesyboy 3 жыл бұрын

These look amazing, Derek - can't wait to try them! It's always great to see you in the kitchen, and Joe is hilarious 🤣

@-weldo-2108 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE your videos. So easy to refer back to with the Recipes and timestamp chapters. Thanks from a beginner vegan :)

@watchit101 3 жыл бұрын

I was laughing because I squeeze the tofu just like you were doing in the video and I always say I’m going to get a “real” tofu press and I never do. It works so why get one. Thanks for the continued great simple recipes and content. ❤️

@EvenSoItIsWell 3 жыл бұрын

Love, love, love the two Bowl technique! Mind blown! Thanks for sharing!

@pattymortenson9217 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I love your full-day-of-eating videos! Thanks!!! Love your videos!

@adelesmith8130 3 жыл бұрын

OMG just made the crumble tofu ..... i am soooo in luv with this. Paired it with lime rice, red beans, broccoli and topped with avocado and hemp seeds 💝💝💝

@dianecsendes6800 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Derek, appreciate all your recipes

@pamelareindl5548 3 жыл бұрын

Loved all three, I will definitely try them all, thank you so much for sharing

@sunshinydayz1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the ground technique and spices. Seriously love your shirt!

@MarleeCraig 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful suggestions of which I am going to try

@luckyxify 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!! Have been using the first one for 2 years and it’s always so delicious! 🙌

@corrintaylor3533 3 жыл бұрын

Im so glad Im not the only one who freezes my Tofu 😅 I love using that method and it lasts longer until Im ready to use it. And I love the texture it gives it.

@crystalh1402 3 жыл бұрын

Fun and informative! This is why you rock Derrick!

@marionasare1067 3 жыл бұрын

Just given me some new ideas to make tofu, for my husband who just decided to go plant base diet. Will definitely be trying the stir fry. Thank you!!

@lolly5453 3 жыл бұрын

As a tofu novice, I’m excited to try some of these recipes! And your new friend there is hilarious, please put him in more videos, He looks like trouble 😆

@kiriannapatrick7243 2 жыл бұрын

You are so absolutely incredible! I love your energy and video/information presentation. You've really helped me transition to a healthier, more lively daily diet!

@MissBizyBea 6 ай бұрын

You've expanded my tofu/etc. ideas for WFPB eating by a mile and even after 10 years being vegan! I've been binge watching for days working my way through your entire site! Best WFPB cooking show on the Net/KZfaq! Thank you/thank you and thank you for your efforts and sharing with the rest of us!

@pinkglow7 3 жыл бұрын

This is great. Thank you for everyone one of your yummy recipes. 💜🥙

@andrewmercer2078 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, gonna try all three versions. Cheers.

@Connectingthedots. 3 жыл бұрын

Your energy is unreal. I love your videos and channel 🙌🏼

@DownSyndromeReading 3 жыл бұрын

Derek, You outdid yourself with humor this time. Loved it!!

@MegaClera 3 жыл бұрын

Looks so delicious... I'm new to Tofu but I will def try these recipes 👍🏽

@betsywyatt9071 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!! Love the recipes! Will be on the list this week!!

@cheryssef8902 3 жыл бұрын

The second recipe is amazing!!!! It’s my first time cooking tofu. Thank you 😊

@Simplifier123 3 жыл бұрын

Eyyyyy right in time before bed after a long day! Thanks for the awesome video! I LOVE tofu 😃 The use of the custom in the video is epic btw 😂 I usually just make it with salt an pepper and stuff it in a rice paper roll with some greens, chickpeas and avocado 🥑 ❤

@vanislegirl81 3 жыл бұрын

Derek “Dirt” Simnett ❤️🌱🤣

@Simnettnutrition 3 жыл бұрын

Haha so good!

@caseyburger9864 3 жыл бұрын

That's Dirk Simnett

@adiohead 3 жыл бұрын

Dirk the Tofu Hunter

@oldpunkdude6045 3 жыл бұрын

Dirt Simnett ftw!

@sunnyshealthcoaching Жыл бұрын

Thank you Derek, as usual you have inspired me to create some of my own masterpieces!

@yvettes5179 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your channel for recipes. I'm new to a whole food plant base diet for health reasons. Its really helpful.

@tinar6105 3 жыл бұрын

„I don’t really think that far ahead a lot of the time...“ Same here 🙃😅 Two-Bowl-Method 💪

@jeanneamato8278 3 жыл бұрын

This was so incredibly helpful!

@perryg753logan 2 жыл бұрын

Great recipes, thanks for sharing!

@JazleenCreates 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the recepies

@Thole191 3 жыл бұрын

They are so so good . thank you so much .

@edelob 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely inspired now to buy tofu more. Also hilarious montage at the end!! Great video

@kathystoner5239 3 жыл бұрын

Looks so delicious! I never thought of the crumble in a burrito- great idea! That sesame tofu looked amazing!!! I usially just cook up tofu with maple syrup and tamari sauce.

@Tomoej76 3 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your video so much!

@patbarnes5065 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel! Can't wait to try the sweet and salty tofu!

@bushnellentertainment5759 3 жыл бұрын

Nice!!! I've always bought a brand crumble now I will try my own good job!!

@susiebrown6646 3 жыл бұрын

One my favorite channels.

@kristyh982 3 жыл бұрын

We do the crumbles in the air fryer for those of you who have one! Thanks for another great video Derek!

@sacid1 3 жыл бұрын

omg! the second one really is SO good. Finishing my dish just right now! LOVE it

@tj9382 3 жыл бұрын

Looks delicious, I will give this a try.

@eileengreenberg4599 2 ай бұрын

Looks amazing Can’t wait to try it all😊

@KRache242 Жыл бұрын

I like the quick marinate technique!! 👍🏽

@ladyfae4797 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite tofu is using your tahini and maple syrup recipe then adding whatever else sounds good i.e. mustard, garlic, rice vinegar ect. Thanks Derek 😊

@arthurelie2804 3 жыл бұрын

I will try your recipe. Thanks!

@Jan-nu6zc 3 жыл бұрын

Cant wait to try it out tomorrow!

@emmabowen47 3 жыл бұрын

awesome video, super helpful!! I'm learning how to make tofu as I type

@jodiechristian-mm1xc Ай бұрын

Awesome recipes! I love your vibe!

@kjmcarl4257 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, as usual 👍

@MattyJTri 3 жыл бұрын

Classic chopping time lapse, love it 😻

@vjc25 3 жыл бұрын

I made the sweet & salty sesame tofu last night and it was amazing! 😍 Thank you for these recipes!

@faithlilis Жыл бұрын

Hey I found you again after years!!! 😃 i was just simply looking on HOW TO COOK FIRM TOFU and found YOU!!!GREAT TO SEE YOU STILL DO WHAT YOU KNOW BEST👌 .... thanks as it is my 1st time cooking tofu... thanks again

@joshflaker2756 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I love tofu and have made a ton of different marinades.. think my favorite so far is fresh grated garlic, ginger, turmeric and lemon juice with Sriracha Chile paste, smoked paprika, rice vinegar, coconut aminos and black pepper!

@welcomewellnesscoaching4043 3 жыл бұрын

My son had tofu at college. He just got home and I wanted to make him tofu. Your video popped up in my recommended a week before he came home. We just ate the smokey tofu crumble earlier today for the first time. Amazing! Cannot wait to try the sweet and salty sesame tofu recipe! Thank you so much for making this video!

@CarolynGamble 2 жыл бұрын

Looks Delicious! I am going to try it. I like that pressing with the bowl to speed up the flavor infusion.

@donnamiller631 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recipes and ideas

@traceycosta9196 3 жыл бұрын

Keen to try these recipes, they all look great, thankyou 💕

@kameronoleary9262 3 жыл бұрын

Dude I am so glad you showed this first one- I havent even gotten to the other ones yet but I am definitely gonna use this with my nachos (and your honemade Queso Dip recipe!)

@sarabarryavon 3 жыл бұрын

Yum, thanks can't wait to try these

@richmcbride9269 3 жыл бұрын

What perfect timing--we were just going to make tofu for lunch! Wonderful video like always!

@vegandew 3 жыл бұрын

Forking Loved it. You are an EPIC force for this movement.

@tomithot261 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos ...solid nutrition info, ease of cooking, no oil, and that smile! Am going to share this with the chef ... I want non-oil tofu with taste! Thanks.

@emilynewman7860 3 жыл бұрын

Made the Smokey tofu crumble and used chipotle paste instead of powder and it was Amazing! Thank you so much for the recipe I will definitely be using it again.

@SER_GIR 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!👍🏻Thanks for the laughs man!🤣

@karenfridie689 3 жыл бұрын

I'm on a 3day food fast and got hungry, so I'm having a belly full without guilt on your channel. I LOVE TOFU. THE SESAME will be my go-to as soon as I can eat again. THANK YOU.