How I changed my opinion of tofu | Perfecting Takeout at Home | Vegan and Vegetarian Meal Ideas

[@GoodHorse413]

Tofu, broccoli, and rice is a winning combination. I could eat it every day.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 I am right there with you!

[@marymsutherland]

My 13 year old son made this dish on Monday (with my supervision), and it was delicious! We love your channel also!

[@riverbilly64]

I’m with the person who suggests freezing the tofu, thawing it, and pouring the water off. Then I break it up by hand, so it has “craggy” edges and “thaw holes” that help it absorb the marinate and get crunchier edges. I put a sprinkle of Chinese 5 Spice powder in my cornstarch. I add my broccoli at the end, including the peeled and cubed stems - they have fabulous crunch and texture- so it’s all nice and saucy. I’m definitely giving your sauce a try. Yeung Man Cooking has great tofu recipes, too. Peace!✌️

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 thanks for sharing!!

[@paulcarmi8130]

The legend returns

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾

[@hellodanbi]

I think vegan is the answer. I'm desperate to be healthy. Both of my parents had dementia, so I left work and had to defecate and urinate for a long time on my own. Last year, they both passed away after 3 months. It was stressful. After my parents passed away, all I had was physical and heartache. I got a brain aneurysm and two brain aneurysms on my head. I even had hypothyroidism and suddenly I gained 15kg. Anxiety disorder Panic disorder I'm still experiencing insomnia. It's been a year since my parents died and I'm still in treatment, but I've only started again. I've had the courage to share and communicate, so I started KZbin, took a walk, and traveled. Now I want to be healthy. I want everyone watching this video to be healthy. When you lose your health, you lose everything.

[@SierraP]

Jesus is the answer❤️ I hope this diet aids in your well being and health

[@minim3494]

I'm sorry for your loss! But vegan...isn't technically a diet. Its a belief in compassion for all living creatures. And that there is no need to exploit animals for their lives, which, are all that they have and just as precious to them as ours lives are to us. Plant based diets may however, also produce health benefits if done well and making sure you are getting enough of the right foods. Good luck on your journey!

[@mcbean8659]

How do you know it's that precious to them? You are projecting your own values onto other species...

[@nvytebhygtvbvtyebr]

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[@JayBigDadyCy]

Sorry to hear this. I hope you find something that works for you. While I have been pretty healthy my whole life, switching to veganism has helped me out mentally, physically, and spiritually. It's not for everyone. It's ok to just enjoy the plant based diet that goes with it. It eliminated my heart burn and stomach issues. But I struggled with gas the first few months because I went from eating 15 grams of fiber a day to 60-80g a day. Ease your way into that part of it. As for the person who said Jesus is the answer - I am a Christian, but remember that faith without works is dead. Praying is great, but act like you prayed. Lead by your actions, not your mouth.

[@jacquelinebell5584]

This is the most meditative cooking demo I have ever seen in my life! Beautiful 🤩 thank you jb x

[@kendrad4491]

Hi Andrew, I’ve been following you for awhile now and wanted to let you know that I love your channel. I have made several recipes and have loved them all. General Tso’s chicken is one of my favourite take outs. I have had tofu before and enjoy it. Your advice about not expecting it to chicken helped me decide to try make the dish.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 love this! thanks for the love ❤️

[@Pumpkinnan]

Always looking for more ways for tofu! Easy to have in hand or in freezer…and easy to fix! Wouldn’t be Sunday morning without ideas for dinner ❤️ Thanks! 🙏🏻 🫶🏻✌🏻

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 ❤️ absolutely!

[@mkrzyski916]

I love your videos and recipes!!! They presented in a calm and refreshing way. I’m learning a lot from your channel about cooking/eating healthier plant based foods. Your channel was recommended for me to watch by a few of my best friends. 👍

[@krg1965]

Brilliant timing, I see this video ten minutes after I ate and now I'm hungry all over again 😃 I've been a devotee of cornstarching (is that a verb? ) my tofu for a while, but this recipe I have got to try your technique of marinading with a little of the base sauce before completing the sauce. Once again with your recipes, I approve of you using the 'correct' amount of garlic and ginger 😄Mmm, that sauce - sweet, salty, sour, perfect. Thanks for yet another tasty recipe that's also totally nutritionally balanced - you, my friend, are a wonderfully inventive cook and a brilliant presenter. Just one thing; please tell me that the broccoli stalks disappear as chef's perks. I love to peel and munch them raw as is, or with a tahini dip. Believe in good? For sure, forever. Thank you.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾❤️ you rock! the stems I typical use in the same meal if I need it to go further. if not, I use it in another 🤗

[@vanessaarsenault9938]

Yum! This is now on our menu line up this week. ❤️🇨🇦

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾❤️

[@SleepingTiger-vlog]

I made this for the first time and made a huge batch because I had a lot of people to feed. Thank goodness it was as good as it looks!! A new favorite! Not one of the people were current vegetarians but they all loved it.

[@consciousobserver629]

What beautiful cookware! That frying pan. 😢❤ But seriously, this is such a great go-to meal. Looks fantastic. 🤤 Also, freezing then squeezing out excess liquid and repeating makes tofu meatier and less... squishy. I really like it this way. Even just one freeze works usually.

[@thenarddogcooks]

YES, agreed! I love that method!

[@willmcgregor7184]

I made it tonight. I have almost always been disappointed with tofu recipes. This might be the best tofu I have ever had. Thanks!

[@Linette68]

Thank you Andrew this was a great video. I'm all about the simple meals and i do mine almost the same way. I can't handle all the salt in soy sauce and hoisin sauce, so I use Coconut Aminos. I have been using this great Teriyaki Coconut Aminos which is great. It comes in a blue bottle and is carried by my markets and Whole Foods. I also season my cornstarch. No flavor lost. But this is one of my staple meals and has made me like tofu more.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 flavoring cornstarch is amazing! and I do too try to dodge high sodium items often. Ill have to check out the bottle from Whole Foods you mentioned!

[@Linette68]

@@thenarddogcooks Too much salt is not good for me. The company is Coconut Secrets - Organic Coconut Aminos. It comes plain and in Teriyaki. Its about $4.99.

[@gifrancis]

Made this recipe for the second time last evening, for dinner, and it was delicious. I never found a tofu recipe that I enjoyed until now. This has changed everything. It's fast becoming a weekly staple. Thank you so much! :)

[@TheAngryVegan209]

Absolutely lovely vegan meal right here ! Uncle tav definitely has to try out this recipe !! 😋

[@carlawalker9649]

You did say, "tofu" a lot and it was delightful! Thank you for sharing allergy alternatives. Your channel is amazing!!!!!🎉😊

[@helenperkins7436]

Your videos are so incredible. I just found you on Instagram. Going to try this recipe (and others)!

[@portisleft6483]

Love the cool jazz, too

[@hannahlavender3566]

I love the Tom & Jerry dynamic you have with the baby whisk 😂

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂❤️ perfectly said!

[@theskiesthelimit-q2k]

First time I've been on this channel-very impressed!

[@AllAboutFoodFirst]

I just made this dish today it’s the first time I ever cooked tofu lol I’ve always turned my nose up to it BUT it came out Fabulous 😊very Tasty definitely will be cooking it again and again thank you .

[@URfriendlyneighbourhood]

Thanks for providing me with a another quick and easy lunch option❤❤

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾❤️

[@BriannaaaBVB]

i’m addicted to your recipes thank you !

[@roxymcdonald6518]

I just found your channel and I absolutely LOVE it!! ❤❤❤

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾 thank you so much!!

[@lorrainethomas241]

That sauce...❤❤❤❤❤

[@jeridubin6931]

🤤 yummy! The only thing I would change is using less oil or just veggie broth to cut the calories.

[@primitivedaisy]

I’m not a vegan, but your recipes make me want to be! I’ve made a few and they are delish. 😉

[@lstevie7]

Would this work with an airfryer instead frying in oil? I LOVE your videos!!!!…and your beard!

[@authorlydiagreen1862]

It's because of your channel watching and learning I learned to love Tofu. I visted this restaurant in my city RVA Roots Natural Kitchen. Wow..Whew Ii ordered a South Western Bowl Roots Rice, Kale, Roasted Broccoli, Chic Peas, Lime Pickled Red Onions, Charred Corn, BBQ smoked Tofu, Nutty Lemon Tahini dressing, I had them add some roasted sweet potatoes, that bowl is so packed with deliciousness it was for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I am still not finished. I hope you can make something like this one day on your channel.

[@thenarddogcooks]

😍love that! also sounds like you need to take me with you to that restaurant! 🙌🏾

[@DeeKimber]

I made this last night and everybody loved it. Many thanks :)

[@Ava2969ny]

I made this recipe today and it's absolutely delish!

[@AllAboutFoodFirst]

Looks delicious I never cook tofu but I’m definitely going to try this .

[@johnjohnson2540]

LOVE your channel, your videos, and your explanations! Mahalo nui loa!

[@kim_b.]

On the must try list

[@stevet1578]

The jazzy intro 🎶 💜

[@alyssarosengard6674]

I’m trying to make tofu chix nuggets tomorrow. I found a vegan cookbook on Kindle that says to double freeze then thaw the tofu. It gets coated in a wet then dry coating and fried. I am hoping the texture tastes ok. My hubby and I are long time vegetarians but we love to eat vegan often.

[@thenarddogcooks]

thats a great method and works well to adjust the texture to feel more "meaty". definitely give it a try! 🙏🏾

[@aca3o]

Hey Andrew, the other day I was prepping dinner and was wondering if you have content on Spotify as well but couldn't find any. I love your videos! Greetings from Berlin, Germany.

[@thenarddogcooks]

hey! I dont, but thanks for the idea. 🙏🏾

[@22anamae]

Yum! Thanks for sharing all your tips 😊

[@TsKitchenCookingChannel242]

NEW TO THIS WAY OF EATING..... YOUR FOODS ARE LOOKING REAL DELICIOUS TO ME! THANKS 🙏🏾

[@hopeclark824]

Making this today!!

[@thenarddogcooks]

enjoy! 😊

[@mac5333]

Yes! Wonder if coconut sugar can be used instead of brown sugar🤔…thanks for sharing.

[@pattiwilkins2012]

Goodafternoon andrew another great tofu recipe 🎉🎉😊can't wait to try it😮until next time ❤❤😊

[@thenarddogcooks]

🤗 ❤️ thank you, Patti!

[@MathieuOrfila]

You did it again bro this hit the spot 🔥

[@Jlukecampos]

Have you tried using tofu after storing it in the freezer? It gets super porous and it's great in soups and stews because it absorbs even more flavor

[@bindij22]

Can’t wait to make it!! Thank you ☺️

[@milling37]

Quick question: How long do u need to freeze the tofu? And how long should u thaw before cutting to prepare for cooking? Thanks ☺️

[@rutesilva8230]

I love the soundtrack

[@annmariewilso3016]

I was wondering if you could do anything with mushrooms? They have awesome nutritional benifits and medicinal. I would love to see some mushroom dishes. Ty

[@Yahknowsmyname]

Me too!

[@jwall6006]

Years ago I did a mushroom diet. I do love mushrooms and they are a great snack just raw. Portobello mushrooms marinated in balsamic vinegar and a little pepper, a clove of garlic and if I have it a bit of fresh basil, for 4-8 hours. Bake on a pan for about 25 minutes depending on the size the you’ve cut your mushrooms. It’s wonderful over rice as a side, or I add garbanzo beans, for a meal over quinoa. I allergic to soy and dislike coconut. It’s been an interesting food journey of being a vegetarian for 64 years.

[@joanneannese3433]

Andrew Hates mushrooms 😅😅😅

[@thenarddogcooks]

yes, very tru! I would say mushrooms and I have a love hate relationship... but its just a hate hate relationship. 😂 but Im still trying! so maybe in the future 😊

[@meprottico]

What can I use to substitute the chili pasta , I can’t find it here in my country. Is it just for flavor or it adds to the texture of the sauce ? Can I omit it ?

[@thenarddogcooks]

its flavor! a good part of it. you could omit or if you can find Sriracha, curry paste, gochujang or harissa. I would use one of these!

[@1_Bran_Bran]

I cooked general tso tofu, veggie spring rolls, steamed broccoli, and brown rice stir fry for dinner today.

[@jaafcan]

I think the onky thinga i would have done differently here has to do with the sides. I feel like there would be nice contrast with the chicken if the rice has a coconut note. Maybe like some shredded roasted sweetened coconut sprinkled on top or mixed into the rice? 🥥 And lastly, I would use the broccoli stems. I like to take them, slice them thin, add some seasoning, and saute them. Their firmness has a nice bite to them. I've even air fried then covered in breading. So dope, use those guys. 🥦 Otherwise, I've added it to my food playlist. Solid stuff as always✨

[@rjofins1845]

Hey the récipe see It so good! i never use the tofu, only at the restaurant when I have a misso soup. I Will probably try like you do in this récipe. regards from Spain. Thanks peace!!!

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾❤️

[@vmcgee54]

Making this tomorrow. .already froze abd squeezed my tofu. ♥️ your channel....thanks for being Amazing

[@milling37]

Wow, u made it look so easy and delish! I am intimated by tofu. I even bought a few times and just ended up throwing away. But I will definitely try this recipe..Thanks for sharing👍😋

[@dominicmoreno4662]

Peace and love

[@plantpower1001]

I never like Tofu befor but now love it

[@laurenedwards4220]

Loving the recipe! Will give a bash with some organic smoked tofu.. I hate to see so much of the broccoli wasted though. Is there any reason you don’t use the stem? You’re missing out on some extra sweetness and nutrients there😊

[@sharonknorr1106]

Andrew, what is your opinion of gas stove vs induction burners? I have been a cooking with gas girl all the way - hated cooking on my mom's old electric stove. How does induction compare - I like having that quick response of gas when I want to change temperatures. Nice dish - I use tofu for Asian stuff more than anything else and love experimenting with sauces. A recommendation for deep Asian flavors that I have discovered is using black vinegar and also mushroom soy sauce - you don't need much of either one, but they add a punch of umami.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 thanks for sharing those tips!! I love using gas more mostly for the same purpose. also the fact that I can use the open flame to do certain techniques that I can't with induction. the positives about inductions I like are the ability to hold a an exact temp. this helps for cooking things longer or needing to have overall more control. caramelizing onions, making caramel, holding simmer right above simmering point or even under to cook faster/slower, or blooming spices without burning. I find if you want that control for advance and "long distance" cooking or if you are a beginner trying to learn on something more hands on and VERY specific. ❤️

[@sharonknorr1106]

Thank you so much for your reply. Very helpful.

[@B_Rye15]

Mmm! And another one! 😋🥢

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾

[@stephanieblack4650]

That dish looks delicious 🤤

[@TheLarry2012]

I am going to try this delicious meal tonight. Question: How long do you usually leave Tofu in Press? Thxks

[@thenarddogcooks]

between 20 - 30 mins. my press is clear, so usually until I no longer see any drips coming from the tofu press. I have the press linked in the description if you want to check it out!

[@VeganBengaliKitchen]

Tofu is very versatile. Dessert to Savoury it can be used it many ways! I love fried Tofu! Don’t like tofu scrambles though

[@VeganBengaliKitchen]

@@blackgirlinadoggoneworld wow thats good to hear! May be it was the recipe I tried back then. Can you share the tofu scramble recipe that you love? May be I can try that and see if I like your one

[@thenarddogcooks]

that so tru! I dont have a YT video but I have a recipe for tofu scramble if you would like to try again. here ya go - makeitdairyfree.com/easy-vegan-tofu-scramble/

[@VeganBengaliKitchen]

@@thenarddogcooks Thank you so much for the recipe 😃

[@mals6386]

So I have never tried Tofu/Tempeh and I am now following an A type diet and it states that Tofu is my bff🤷🏻‍♀️ I think Ive been so hesitant as I feel that either its going to be rubbery, no taste and tbh “fake” lol. Some of the spices you used Im avoiding so Id like to see how I can adjust with other alternatives other than the peppers and hoisin.

[@WiseTailsArt]

OMG thank you for sharing this video! My tofu always comes out soggy. I'm going to go make this right now!

[@simplywanzaful]

The way you "hide" the wisk. Cute😂

[@LifeVabo]

You're awesome! 🌱👏

[@wb203]

General Tee So!! Me too!! 😂😂. However you pronounce it you’re still a chef legend !!

[@Alibirdygirl]

Can you please tell me the brand of chili paste you use for this recipe? what does the label look like? Thanks.

[@jenniferserrano1890]

So tasty!!!. Thank for this recipe.

[@raiu8990]

Question, cause this isn't the first time I seen this. Do you not eat broccoli stalks or do you do simmering else with them?

[@thenarddogcooks]

I eat them. typically separate in another meal. if I need the current meal to go further, ill add them in.

[@PowBraacey]

I will definitely try this 👍🏿

[@Westernwilson]

I have tried to like tofu, but to me it tastes heavily chalky with a faint sourness. I just don't like it at all, and only eat it because it is an alternative to meat protein. The method here, dredging in cornstarch and frying is the only way I have managed to eat the stuff without feeling like I am choking it down.

[@savegraysoncats]

Make the pieces smaller and coat with more flavor?

[@joanneannese3433]

Try pumfu😊

[@shaboom362]

@@joanneannese3433is Pumfu tasty? It looks alike the same texture wise.

[@joanneannese3433]

@@shaboom362 I love love love pumfu The plain original one not the flavors.

[@jwall6006]

Marinate it in smaller cubes then dredge and fry. Watch your oil doesn’t get too hot before you put the tofu in the pan it can make a sour taste.

[@mercy5266]

your videos are amazing

[@oilyvio]

looks amazing hey

[@Alibirdygirl]

Also...for all the Jazz lovers (Hello!), this one is by Ludvig Moulin, called "See You in Court:" Awesome title!!! lol

[@AuspiciousScorpio]

That was my favorite too. General Tso i pronounced it (So) lol thank you for told recipe

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 🙌🏾

[@IssaMas]

The way I yelled at you in my Mama Voice to stop touching the tofu in the pan with your bare hands or you’d burn yourself 😆

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 you're right, MOM! ❤️

[@IssaMas]

@@thenarddogcooks 🤣

[@Mamabambina]

Absolutely, yes 🎉 YUM

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾❤️

[@tintintin070]

this was delicious but all my tofu stuck to the pan and made it hard to get it cooked evenly. hopefully i figure out how to prevent that next time

[@portisleft6483]

Looks yummy

[@JayGreggy4973]

1:08 Funny gag, there. 😂 My small whisk often finds itself in the abyssal plains of nothingness and lost items, right next to my car keys and TV remote.

[@travisreed5965]

Top Shelf Episode & I Am Thankful That I Subscribed Be Well , Cheers

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Dreamysunshine23]

Watching while eating scrambled tofu 😋😋😋

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾❤️

[@chefdeena]

Dang it!!! I'm holding on to my hate for tofu the way you're holding on to your hate for mushrooms🙃🤪💚🍄💚🍄💚

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 im not mad at you! ❤️

[@Claire-j4o6r]

You may like frozen tofu, just put tofu in the freezer overnight, defrost it the next day, and it will change its texture completely. It will become meatier, more absorbent, and go well with rich, soupy dishes

[@RevvellRevati]

Do you freeze after draining and squeezing? I’m assuming so.

[@nathalieduverna6963]

Delicious 🤤

[@user-se3sc8gl7c]

I always just squeeze my tofu, works just the same and I get tofu tonight 😁

[@TheEmpressgoth]

❤❤❤❤Awesomeness Thanks 😊

[@BredBlessed83]

Yo! Those broccoli 🥦 stems are delicious 🤤 pickled in apple cider vinegar & raw honey 🍯……

[@carolynwestlake7670]

Looking at various recipes so far, it seems the only way to make tofu edible is use sugar or some other sweetener 🤔

[@CarrieMoore-h3u]

Where are the ingredients listed

[@WildernessFLA]

Has anyone mentioned the uncanny similarity of your vocal delivery and kinetics with that of the character Sydney on Hulu's "The Bear"? If you're not coaching her, she's ganking your style...in a very good way!

[@marquesn77]

2-3 cloves Me: put the whole head of garlic in there !! lol it all looks delicious

[@burntgod7165]

I'm a new vegan, and I struggle with tofu. Yes,I eat it, but making it look like this is impossible 😢

[@mykneeshurt8393]

I eat so much soy protein. Tofu and TVP. Soak large chuncks of TVP, drain 'em. Stir in startch / spices.. bake 'em.. I can eat them like candy..

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 this is awesome!

[@joanneannese3433]

I don't eat any soy, or id be all about tofu. So versatile and inexpensive

[@EmEms_101]

Okay Chef daaang

[@m.kimgardener9222]

Isn’t tofu processed soybeans? Why not just eat the soybeans?