Salt and Pepper MAGIC

[@BrianFullerPDX1]

What is the purpose of boiling the tofu and mushrooms?

[@Jim_L]

Good question. Yeah, I was wondering the same thing.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Helps season and draw out moisture, no pressing, makes better for frying. Try it with firm or extra firm

[@Jim_L]

@@DerekSarnoChef Aaaah, cool -- thanks!

[@SacredMatrix888]

Thank you for brining veganism to a NEW LEVEL ❤❤❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Always! Thanks for watching.

[@Labyrinth22]

You have lucky friends! First, they get the pleasure of knowing you, and second you feed them well! Thanks for another great recipe, Derek! 💜

[@DerekSarnoChef]

You are so kind. Thanks for watching.

[@justdebbismith8623]

Thanks again! It's whats for tonights dinner!

[@kityac9810]

I've always wondered how to make tofu crispy without the oily taste/texture. I'm going to try this for dinner tonight. It looks amazing! Also, thanks so much for creating this channel. I love mushrooms and your recipes and methods have been incredibly helpful. I could sit and watch you cook for hours.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

thank you for watching

[@tamcon72]

Looks fantastic! And all the shots of the slightly reproachful doggie, who appears to be too dignified for all those close-ups, were adorable. Thanks for posting!

[@hathalycortez6440]

OMG!!! This looks soooo delicious. I’m running to the supermarket to prepare for dinner tonight. Thank for this wonderful recipe and the close ups of beautiful Miss. Frankie ❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Frankie close up is the best way :)

[@hathalycortez6440]

@@DerekSarnoChef i TOTALLY agree!

[@deniselabrie3347]

I love the starry eyes! I'm going to try boiling the tofu. I've not done that before. It looks so yummy. Thanks again.

[@lauramichele2840]

Making today for Packer Party. Thanks 😊❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Amazing. Have fun!

[@amyrickertsen9969]

Watching these episodes with ear buds - a whole new experience - he hee. Love all those chop chop snap snap sizZle sizZle sounds 😁 And Frankie gets to sample everything for us❤

[@jefferyfloyd7801]

Thank you so very very much about teaching me the different ways to do mushrooms. I’ve been a Vegetarian since 94 and completely vegan since 2000. It has been a pleasure to know other recipes than what What you grew up with. Again, I really appreciate all of the creative ideas that I get from you keep up the good work and I’ll always keep watching. Nope, you’re fine

[@DerHarlekin98]

It looks absolutely fantastic, well done!

[@RonDonProductions]

Salt and pepper tofu is a top 5 dish for me. Gonna definitely try making it myself again!

[@VivienLV1707]

My favorite of your videos is hands down Frankie! Love her so much. Can’t wait to make this. Crispy tofu? Wow! Never thought I could do that and have it taste good.

[@carnismiscancer2108]

That looks amazing! Keep coming out with these recipes!

[@cristinagarcia9971]

Looks amazing!!!!

[@marilynmoon4337]

I'm always so pumped when you post a new video! This looks delicious, I have learned so much from your videos thanks for all the great and creative info and Frankie always brings a smile to my heart.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Thanks for watching

[@Cynthia-s2p]

You’re my favorite to watch cook. I’m so inspired to eat healthier every time! And of course,so much love to Frankie!

[@KeithTharp]

One of my favorite appetizers!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Better as a main.

[@RICO_SUAVE21]

Dam that looks good!!!!👀 delicious 😋

[@linzertube]

This dish looks incredibly tasty! Thanks for a great meal idea for a gathering.😊❤Hello to Frankie…love the tofu tax.❤

[@DerekSarnoChef]

So good!

[@ajanitruth]

I usually buy this when I go to my parents house but always wanted to learn how to make it. Thanks bro!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

So good! Thanks for watching.

[@laurar9748]

Rugby Final game day dinner…solved! 🖤🏴🖤🏴🖤 PS…loved your pre vid jig! 🕺🏻

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Go teams

[@vtijim]

I will ALWAYS be late Derek (north east Scotland) but i am ALWAYS down for this 🤤🤤🤤

[@MCMasterGamers]

Hey @DerekSarno108! Thanks for sharing all of these great recipes. Just got into vegetarian cooking myself, so this helps a lot! A quesiton, what can be a substitute for lionsmane mushroom? Its not common in Norway and Finland... Either way keep up the good work:-)

[@kyriasibilia30]

Looks sooo good! Definitely have to make this, thanks!

[@piratemantraofficial]

smashed it brother - you are the real deal. we love your channel - keep inspiring x

[@aprildntn]

Meal planning right now and I’m adding this one in…probably with shitakes but I think it’ll still work. I love doing stir fries that aren’t covered in sauce because I feel leftovers are more open to being repurposed. Nice bright colors. I bet it smelled fantastic with that five spice.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Sounds great. I'd follow the same process - enjoy and thanks for watching

[@ferg492]

Just had this Derek 👍 only difference we used chestnut and button mushrooms instead. Definitely having it again. Cheers Mate 👍👍

[@Hipoporita]

Wow🤩🤩🤩 I just made something a bit similar last night! I didn't have Lion's Mane but I prep my tofu cubes the same way and made them into a sweet & sour tofu like a Chinese dish. This looks amazing, peppery kick would go well with strong Japanese beer😋 Great chopstick skill, by the way 😉💯👍

[@brendismuke8149]

Geezo this looks amazing!!

[@betz4017]

Just ordered my first Lions Mane kit! Wish me luck!

[@2075vj]

I have never eaten lions, mane mushrooms. I’m curious what it taste like it looks very strange. Thanks for sharing. Happy healthy eating.😋🪴🥒🥗

[@darlenepatton2072]

Gotta make this!!

[@chrisg1031]

Tofu tax made me 😆, I do that to the kids. I haven't tried coating my tofu yet though, looks great. Since watching these, I have bought a dalstrong knife, mushroom kit (oyster), cast iron pan and cheapo mandolin. kerrchiiiing!

[@Caldermologist]

Looks like splendid Friday dinner. I would just add broccoli, for the calsium.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Sounds great! Thanks for watching

[@HeartOfTheSource]

Yum! I've been binge watching these videos since 40 day water fasting lol. I like to challenge (torture) myself. Day 34. What is the purpose of boiling the Tofu? Wouldn't it fall apart? Could this be done in a lemon grass flavor? Craving my favorite restaurants lemon grass tofu, a seaweed salad and crispy smashed potatoes with vegan pesto topper for some reason. 😅

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Helps season and draw out moisture, better for frying. Try it with a good amount of lemon grass- haven’t done that yet

[@HeartOfTheSource]

​@@DerekSarnoChefCool! Will try this 😊Thank you!

[@signorinabohemia3140]

Wow! Are you at the True North Health Center!? Good job for sticking it out! 💪🏼💪🏼🙂

[@lorriemccourt]

Love all your videos 🎁🫶🏼

[@ocelotcat]

Looks great! Love Frankie 💗🐾....... what wok do you like? I'm trying to find a decent wok for an electric cooktop. Thank you for the fantastic recipes 🙏💕

[@coutomarcelo]

I love Frankie!

[@LUVDOGS1954]

More pup please!

[@glennfarrar5789]

Looks amazing definitely going to give it a try! What's the reasoning behind boiling up the mushroom and tofu before please?

[@glennfarrar5789]

Sorry just seen you have already answered down there!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Hope you enjoy

[@vtijim]

LOVE THE UK dig! Its mad but the whole country is Trueman Show!😢. Awesome looking dish ❤ as per how would you add this to fries or chips?

[@christianlacroix5430]

That dog is so fucking cute

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Very true

[@markdoherty6185]

I've watched you for years but need to know - where did you get your chopping board?? It's awesome and I want it

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Found on Etsy

[@steven171090]

Guys night!!! Cool British guy: “best Chinese I’ve ever had”

[@Hi-to-ri]

Frankie is so pretty ❤ Food looks so good. Would you also do a cashew stir fry tofu and veg please?

[@saphirephoenix1173]

Would the tofu created from Fava Beans work in this recipe?

[@yulianloaiza]

this looks SOOOOO gooood

[@Epicdps]

How come the wok wasn't used for frying the tofu and shrooms? I love your channel, everything looks so tasty

[@amandacarter5114]

Do you boil it to remove bitterness? I have made lions mane mushrooms three or four times now and always taste some bitterness so I’ve been wondering how to get rid of that?

[@DerekSarnoChef]

I've never had a problem with any bitterness. Boil them to condense, make more meaty and prevent soaking up oil when frying. Thanks for watching.

[@patrickmueller2605]

So apparently, all you need to "make it a meal" is a red onion... works for me. I love every GD thing you make!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Exactly. And whatever else you want to serve with it or in it. Salt and Pepper everything.

[@Diane-f1g]

Hi Derek, which mushroom can best substitute the lion's mane, taste and texture wise?

[@Flonkation]

Need slo-mo of your tonge-technique :D cheers for the recipe tip

[@glamdolly30]

Oooh YUM! Who needs meat, looks delicious.

[@vladimiraofficial]

Wow! 🤩

[@amberleestine]

Question to those in the US: who is good to buy Lion's Mane mushrooms from right now in the fall in the US? I've looked around but it gets confusing. Thank you!

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Answers in another comment

[@ElizabethKlimas]

Look at the stars in Frankie’s eyes - that amazing 🤩😍😂 she is my kind of baby💕❣️love Might I say something? 🤩 regarding tofu, you will get the same results to get nice, firm & crispy tofu on outside by drenching it (aka coating it) in cornstarch flour & frying it on the pan with little oil just like any veggies frying. You can brown it as much as you want to. I get the mushroom blanching - Why are you blanching the tofu first & then going through this follow up process? Just curious?

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Will stick to my way thanks. Flour will make it soggy when it sits. Answered the tofu in other comments. Thanks for watching

[@devilally]

Where can I get a WK towel?.😍

[@Pumpkinnan]

As a mushroom newbie, what is the desired result of pre boiling the lions mane? I use a lot of tofu but have to admit never considered boiling since I press the water out to begin with. Obviously it pre cooks both but just unclear about the step…is it for texture? Or getting it pre cooked before the stir fry. Lions mane is a bit more difficult to obtain in Nashville, I’ve only found in one market so far. Stir fry looks amazing! Knife skills are just mesmerizing…thanks! 🙏🏻

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Try it. It helps make it so it's not oil logged once done frying and added texture. Mushroom grow kits are easy to find check out HIFIMYCOLOGY online

[@Pumpkinnan]

@@DerekSarnoChef thanks! Makes perfect sense…they are like sponges in that respect. I’ll ck that out. I’ve seriously thought about growing my own since they are bit difficult to find in markets here, and being nearly 70, driving to various markets just isn’t as much fun as it was years ago. 🙏🏻🫶🏻

[@DerekSarnoChef]

I'm addicted to growing them now, have 3 -4 going most times. @@Pumpkinnan

[@Pumpkinnan]

@@DerekSarnoChef and 3-4 keeps you in pretty plentiful supply for your needs? Certainly be a lot easier than trying to source at the market…👍🏻

[@lisag7305]

Love the creativity. Just ordered my first lions mane grow kits! So excited. Ms Frankie is so beautiful with stars in her eyes ✨️

[@lisaswrld]

Does anyone know where I can find that wonderful cutting board? I’ve searched online with no luck.

[@fredforever71]

So the mushroom kit.... How many yealds did you get from it before it was finished? I had a look, and for £22 I'd like a few yealds if possible :D

[@torpol]

I made the mistake of not washing my hands ONCE - 27 years ago - ONCE..........

[@Yogagirl1968JQ]

What is the point of boiling the tofu beforehand? Does it change the texture?

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Answered in other comments

[@haimshoham]

Hey hey, What knives you recommend using as a chef?

[@MariaMunoz-rz1nz]

I want to make this, but I can get the lion mane, what can I use instead? Thanks 😊

[@andziazach]

Where do I get Lion's mane though without growing it myself?

[@MackJn316]

Liked your presentation as always. Question: I understand boiling the mushrooms helps provide a chewy texture for the crispy fry But why the tofu? It’s already soft What does the boiling accomplish? TIA for your answer ✌️

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Already answered in the comments thanks for watching

[@jamesmarohn569]

Does the tofu eventually lose its crisp? I noticed you didn’t press the water out after the boil and cool down.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

With flour it would lose crisp. No need to press after boiling with salt in water. Just cool before handling.

[@jamesmarohn569]

Made this last night, turned out great! I did add some garlic as an aromatic. Also used my kombu salt for a bit of umami (just took a piece of kelp through my spice grinder and combined it with my kosher salt). 🔥

[@ObscenumLoL]

What mushrooms other than Lion's Mane you think would work for this recipe? They are pretty freaking hard to find in Brazil ahahaha

[@stacy-nw3kf]

In South Africa too!!

[@tordjansson5792]

The freakin amazing dude, wooow

[@Sporcle1]

What was the name of the song you used near the end?

[@rellyperrone6593]

Who is Frankie??? ......Ms America OR Ms Congeniality???? Which is it Derek????? Lol 😂 recipe is yummy but I'm here for Frankie dog😂 Sending ❤ from me and my Bella dog from Melbourne Australia 😊

[@muadddib]

For the love of god, dont think the washing your hands after cutting chilis is something to be taken lightly. Getting that stuff somewhere that can detect the heat... its an experience

[@pady7]

Where do I get that hugee cutting board?

[@benjaminljcattana76]

This looks amazing, thankyou for the Wizadry in the kitchen my friend, i love watching your channel, nothing but beauty in every video 🌟 May Love, Light and Wisdom be with all 🙏💚🧙‍♂️

[@JEEROFUKU]

How do you do, lads. Any reliable seller of Lion Mane mushrooms in US? Thank you for you time

[@DerekSarnoChef]

HIFImycology, NORTHSPORE Mushroom, Cleveland Fungi

[@JEEROFUKU]

@@DerekSarnoChef 🤝

[@aureliaglenn2220]

Try a local farmer's market (that's where I usually see them), especially if you can find a farm that specializes in mushrooms. Occasionally see them in Whole Foods.

[@JEEROFUKU]

@@aureliaglenn2220 🌹with vegan greetings 🍀

[@emilydu4463]

Do you feed your dog meat?

[@teofanaiacob439]

Is your dog also vegan?

[@nathanscott6084]

Why do you boil the tofu?

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Helps season and draw out moisture, no pressing, makes better for frying. Try it with firm or extra firm

[@vanessaherbert7499]

🌱🕊️🌱

[@aimfail]

Mushrooms are so expensive ☹️

[@aimfail]

44.53 usd for 1kg

[@aimfail]

In denmark

[@aimfail]

For lions mane

[@lynda4661]

Great food you look lot better without beard n long hair 😀

[@wendyash6915]

My dogs are both vegan and they will knock your a$$ over for a bell pepper! 😂

[@basfinnis]

That looks absolutely spanking 😘

[@MariDorot]

Ouh, two thong sorcery sessions in one video ❤

[@melaniesunshine1951]

That clacking with the tongs is sooooooo annoying 🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Wicked sorry to hear that, it's not going to stop, it's a habit.

[@favorite3424]

"I can make it myself, so can you." No, I can't. Everyone doesn't cook as good as u. Love watching u cook it, though. I bought a lion's mane mushroom, and it intimidated me. I kept looking at it in my refrigerator until spoiled and I threw it away. I know that's bad, but that's what happened.

[@DerekSarnoChef]

Not a fan of the can't do attitude, if I had that i'd never have done anything - ever. Practice makes perfect, fear stunts growth. Thank you for watching.

[@favorite3424]

@DerekSarno108 Thanks Derek. I understand. I will try it.

[@ElizabethKlimas]

Know your pain🤣 worked all my life & dinned at work 5 am to 7 pm daily, shine, rain or snow!

[@Diana-qp2rw]

That’s just your brain. You’re not believing you can do it, so you’re getting too scared to try it. You just have to force yourself to try it and eventually you can do it.

[@favorite3424]

@Diana-qp2rw Thanks, I will.