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    29 Best Silken Tofu Recipes

    Published: Jul 3, 2023 by Jess & Dan · Modified: Jul 3, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Silken tofu is a silky smooth and delicate form of tofu. It's a versatile ingredient that can elevate your culinary creations to new heights. In this article, we'll delve into the world of silken tofu. We'll explore the best vegan silken tofu recipes, as well as its origins, nutrition facts, and we'll provide you with a range of mouthwatering dishes to try - that are both sweet and savory. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, silken tofu is a fantastic choice.

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    • 🤔 What is silken tofu?
    • 👩‍🍳 Techniques and Tips for cooking silken tofu recipes
    • 🍜 Savory Silken Tofu Recipes
    • 🥫 Sauces
    • 🍰 Sweet Recipes
    • 💭 FAQs
    • 🌟 Summary
    • 💬 Comments

    🤔 What is silken tofu?

    Silken tofu, also known as soft tofu or silk tofu, has a luscious texture and a subtle flavor. Unlike regular tofu (AKA firm tofu), which has a firmer and chewier consistency, silken tofu has a custard-like quality that lends itself well to both savory recipes like scramble or dairy free sauces, and sweet treats like chocolate mousse or vegan cheesecake. It's a cornerstone for many vegan recipes!

    A block of silken tofu is made by coagulating soy milk without pressing it, resulting in a delicate and smooth texture. It's often packaged in a water-filled container to preserve its softness.

    👩‍🍳 Techniques and Tips for cooking silken tofu recipes

    There are several techniques and tips to keep in mind when it comes to cooking with silken tofu. Silken tofu can be used as a dairy substitute, providing a creamy base for various recipes. 

    It blends and purees easily, making it ideal for creating smooth textures in soups, sauces and desserts. 

    Additionally, silken tofu can be used as an egg substitute in baking, adding moisture and structure to your favorite treats. 

    To ensure the best results, select fresh silken tofu and store it properly in the refrigerator. It also makes a great egg salad or scrambled egg substitute!

    Finally, there are different types of silken tofu available, including firm, extra firm, and standard. Firm silken tofu has a slightly denser texture and holds its shape well, while extra firm silken tofu is firmer and holds up to stir-frying and grilling. 

    Standard silken tofu is the most common type, with a delicate and custard-like texture, making it versatile for various recipes. Choosing the right type of silken tofu depends on the desired texture and the cooking method involved.

    Now, let's get into all the best vegan silken tofu recipes.

    🍜 Savory Silken Tofu Recipes

    1. Best Silken Tofu Scramble In Minutes

    Soft tofu scramble on two halves of toast on a p;ate
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    5 from 4 votes
    Ready in: 10 minutes minutes
    Recipe by: Jess & Dan
    Also known as vegan scrambled eggs, silken tofu scramble is a great breakfast option as it's delicious, healthy and rich in protein. Plus, you can make it in 15 minutes with only 4 ingredients! As the main ingredient is shelf stable silken tofu, and the rest of the ingredients are also cupboard staples, you'll basically always have the ingredients in the cupboard to make it!

    2. Vegan Egg Mayo Sandwich

    Vegan egg mayo sandwich cut in half, stood up
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    5 from 19 votes
    Ready in: 10 minutes minutes
    Recipe by: Jess & Dan
    A great tofu dish that's perfect for lunch in a hurry or for prepping in advance for midweek lunches. Just six ingredients and 10 minutes are needed. This one pairs a block of silken tofu with firm tofu, nutritional yeast and only a handful of other ingredients (including black salt for that eggy flavor) to make a super easy recipe that will fool any tofu skeptics out there! As tofu is also a protein rich ingredient, this sandwich filler will help you get to those daily protein goals!

    3. Best Vegan Carbonara (Under 30 Minutes)

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    5 from 8 votes
    Ready in: 25 minutes minutes
    Recipe by: Jess & Dan
    Creamy pasta dishes have never been better! This vegan carbonara recipe is so easy to make, and as silken tofu is paired with raw cashews to make the sauce, this recipe is rich in protein too. Not bad for a dish that is usually quite carb heavy! So easy and made in one pot.

    4. Vegan Ricotta Pesto Quiche

    Vegan quiche cut into portions.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 1 hour
    Recipe by: Cooking with Elo
    This silken tofu quiche recipe is loaded with vegetables and really easy to make. If you've been craving quiche but couldn't find a vegan version - then look no further! In this recipe, the silken tofu acts as an egg replacer. It sets really well and helps to bring the quiche together.

    5. Korean Silken Tofu

    Korean silken tofu covered with sauce and spring onions.
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    Ready in: 5 minutes
    Recipe by: Drive Me Hungry
    This easy vegan silken tofu recipe is flavored with a savory soy sauce with green onions, peppers, and sesame oil. It can be served hot or cold for a delicious appetizer or main course!

    6. Vegan Cottage Cheese

    Vegan cottage cheese in a bowl with a spoon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 15 minutes
    Recipe by: Veggie World Recipes
    Cottage cheese has been having a moment on the internet lately. People are putting it on toast, adding it to dips, and even making ice cream out of it! But we haven't got a vegan version of this super-star ingredient yet. Even though we now have veganized versions of almost any dairy, meat, or egg product available at the grocery store, we do not have vegan cottage cheese. So our friends at Veggie World Recipes have done us all a solid and made this vegan cottage cheese recipe, out of the humble silken tofu!

    7. Japanese Silken Tofu

    Japanese silken tofu topped with soy sauce, sesame seeds and green onion.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 10 minutes
    Recipe by: Hurry the Food Up
    This Japanese silken tofu recipe with radish and basil has spice and crunch that go perfectly with the soft and creamy tofu! Great topped with sesame seeds, red pepper flakes and soy dressing. Honestly, silken tofu recipes don't get much better than this.

    8. Cold Silken Tofu

    Cold silken tofu topped with fermented black beans and pickled cucumber.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 15 minutes
    Recipe by: The Devil Wears Salad
    A simple cold tofu recipe elevated with a savory sauce, a handful of other ingredients and then topped with pickled cucumber and soy sauce. It is truly one of the easiest Chinese tofu side dishes! And it needs minimal cooking, you can prepare that is utterly delicious to eat.

    9. Vegan Cheese Flan

    Vegan cheese flan on a cooling rack.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 1 hour 50 minutes
    Recipe by: Traditional Plant Based Cooking
    This vegan cheese flan recipe is an adaptation of an old-school British dinner. It features a deliciously savoury, creamy, and cheesy taste with an extremely buttery crust. It's extra tasty served chilled for picnics.

    10. Vegan Frittata

    Pasta vegan frittata on a plate.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 25 minutes
    Recipe by: The Vegan Larder
    Have you ever made a frittata with leftover pasta? This veganised version of a classic Italian lunch dish is made with silken tofu to replace the eggs. Perfect for lunch, or a light dinner.

    11. Vegan Shaksuka

    Vegan shakshuka in a pot with bread around it.
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    Ready in: 1 hour
    Recipe by: Lovely Jubbly
    This vegan shakshuka is simple, warming and delicious. The mix of spices, tomato and umami tofu scramble and cashew cream is a dreamy vegan brunch combo.

    12. Mapo Tofu

    Mapo tofu in a bowl.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 30 minutes
    Recipe by: Cook with Manali
    This vegan take on the popular Sichuan dish, Mapo Tofu, has a delicious kick to it from the Sichuan peppercorns and it features fermented bean paste and a handful of other flavorful ingredients like soy sauce, chili oil and gochujang. A protein-rich meal that will really hit the spot!

    13. Vegan Feta Pasta

    Creamy feta pasta in a large pan with cherry tomatoes and spinach.
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    Ready in: 30 minutes
    Recipe by: Health my Lifestyle
    This creamy vegan feta pasta recipe is ready in 30 minutes or less and is completely dairy-free! Made with silky smooth tofu, this dish is perfect for meal prep, ensuring you have a delicious and satisfying option ready to enjoy throughout the week.

    14. Korean Tofu Soup

    Korean tofu soup in a bowl with greens and sesame seeds.
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    Ready in: 30 minutes
    Recipy by: Connoisseurus Veg
    This Korean tofu soup is made with silken tofu and veggies in a spicy gochujang broth! Featuring great veggies such as shiitake mushrooms, courgette and courgette - it is so comforting. Top it with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onion to take it to the next level. Plus, it can be on the table in about 30 minutes! Great served with kimchi and steamed rice.

    15. Tofu Pasta Sauce

    Tofu pasta with cherry tomatoes and spinach in a skillet.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 20 minutes
    Recipe by: This Healthy Kitchen
    A creamy and delicious lemony tofu pasta sauce with fresh spinach and tomatoes! It’s super quick and easy to make, filled with flavour, and ready in just 20 minutes. Silken tofu lends itself so well to pasta dishes, that's just another reason why we love it so much.

    16. Miso Soup

    Miso soup in a small bowl with a Chinese spoon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 15 minutes
    Recipe by: Happy Kitchen
    Easy Miso Soup (AKA Japanese Clear Soup) makes a perfect umami-packed savory vegan lunch. It's a super easy recipe that's comforting, healthy and ready in just 15 minutes!

    17. Tofu Mac & Cheese

    Tofu mac and cheese in a saucepan with a wooden spoon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 20 minutes
    Recipe by: Create Mindfully
    This super creamy tofu mac and cheese recipe is sure to take you to your happy place! It is healthy and satisfying. Made without cashews, as this silken tofu recipe is creamy enough without cashew nuts!

    18. Fried Silken Tofu

    Tofu nuggets with lime wedges and sauce in a pot.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 20 minutes
    Recipe by: Sun Glow Kitchen
    This Fried Silken Tofu is super crispy on the outside, and light and creamy on the inside. It's easy to make, using just a few pantry ingredients! Enjoy with our sriracha mayo or your favorite dipping sauce.

    🥫 Sauces

    19. Tofu Sour Cream

    Vegan mayo in a glass jar with a wooden spoon and squeezed lemon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 5 minutes
    Recipe by: My Plantiful Cooking
    This vegan tofu sour cream is tangy, rich, and incredibly creamy. An easy recipe that's ready in just a few minutes. It only calls for simple ingredients including lemon juice, apple cider vinegar and garlic powder!

    20. Vegan Mayo

    Vegan sour cream in a glass jar with a wooden spoon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 5 minutes
    Recipe by: Veggie Inspired
    This quick and easy vegan silken tofu mayo needs just 5 ingredients and is ready in just a few minutes. The sauce ingredients are all key cupboard staples, so you're likely to have them on hand! It’s creamy, tangy, tasty and egg-free. Perfect for dipping and on sandwiches, plus lots more!

    21. Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip

    Artichoke spinach dip with carrots and crackers.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 25 minutes
    Recipe by: Dianne's Vegan Kitchen
    Creamy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip is sure to be the star of your next party! This recipe is super easy to make, and it can be served hot or cold.

    22. Creamy Salad Dressing

    Sriracha dressing in a glass jar with a spoon.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 5 minutes
    Recipe by: Kiip Fit
    This quick and creamy sriracha silken tofu salad dressing is made with only 5 ingredients and in just 5 minutes. While it's oil free, it still packs in the flavor as it is creamy and spicy!

    🍰 Sweet Recipes

    23. Tofu Smoothie

    Tofu smoothie in a glass with a straw.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 10 minutes
    Recipe by: Walder Wellness
    This silken tofu smoothie is made with banana, vanilla, cinnamon, and cardamom! It’s such a quick and easy protein-packed breakfast option. Full of flavour as it is, but can also be easily customized.

    24. Antioxidant Smoothie

    Berry smoothie in a glass with a straw.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 8 minutes
    Recipe by: My Quiet Kitchen
    If you prefer a berry flavored smoothie, then this recipe is for you! With silken tofu, lots of juicy berries (blueberries and raspberries), cacao, greens, and spirulina, this smoothie is a delicious way to start the day. It's also great for post-workout recovery or anytime your body needs a boost of antioxidants.

    25. Silken Tofu Chocolate Mousse

    Chocolate mousse in a sundae glass with cherries.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 3 hours 15 minutes
    Recipe by: Wholefood Soulfood Kitchen
    This velvety smooth vegan chocolate mousse is incredibly rich and creamy yet egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan. It's also low in fat! The best part is that the basic recipe consists of only 3 ingredients and is ready in 15 minutes.

    26. Vegan Cheesecake

    Vegan pistachio cheesecake with whipped cream.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 3 hours
    Recipe by: Romy London UK
    This vegan cheesecake with silken tofu is a delicious dessert. It has a creamy texture and a rich taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth cravings! The tofu is paired with coconut milk and a few other ingredients in a blender to make the creamy filling and the crust is made in a food processor with pistacios and rolled oats. We just love vegan cheesecake, and even though it can be daunting to make, this recipe makes it easy.

    27. Vegan Chocolate Peppermint Pie

    A slice of chocolate peppermint pie with broken up candy canes.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Recipe by: Plant Based on a Budget
    This vegan chocolate peppermint pie combines a chocolate pie crust with a creamy silken-tofu chocolate-peppermint filling, all topped off with crushed candy canes. It's a perfect fuss-free holiday dessert.

    28. Chocolate Pudding

    Chocolate pudding with berries and mint.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 10 minutes
    Recipe by: Debra Klein
    Silken tofu makes the creamiest chocolate pudding. This delicious chocolate dessert will take you just 5 minutes to make with simple ingredients.

    29. Vegan Tiramisu

    Vegan tiramisu on a plate.
    Check out this recipe
    Ready in: 4 hours 30 minutes
    Recipe by: Rainbow Nourishments
    Easy vegan tiramisu using only 5 key ingredients, no cashews, no vegan cream cheese or added coconut oil! It takes only 20 minutes to prepare and is as creamy and delicious as the classic Italian dessert!

    💭 FAQs

    What do you use silken tofu for?

    Silken tofu is incredibly versatile and can be used in various culinary applications. It can be blended into creamy sauces, dressings, and dips, allowing dairy-free alternatives to be made. Silken tofu can also be used to create smooth and silky textures in soups, custards, puddings, and desserts. It can be crumbled or mashed to replace eggs in baking, and even used as a substitute for ricotta or cream cheese in savory dishes like lasagna or cheesecake.

    What happens if you fry silken tofu?

    Frying silken tofu transforms its delicate texture into a crispy and golden exterior, while maintaining a soft and silky interior. The outside develops a slight crunch, providing a delightful contrast in texture. It's important to handle the tofu gently while frying to prevent it from breaking apart. Coating the tofu in a light batter or seasoning it with spices before frying can further enhance its taste. But be careful, as it will break up easily when frying.

    Is silken tofu the same as soft tofu?

    Yes, they are the same thing. Both terms are often used interchangeably to refer to the same type of tofu. Silken tofu is a form of tofu that has an extra-soft and silky texture compared to regular or firm tofu.

    What is the best way to cook silken tofu?

    Silken tofu is incredibly versatile and can be cooked in various ways to suit different recipes. Popular cooking methods include blending or pureeing for creamy sauces and dressings, simmering in soups and stews, and as an egg substitute in baking recipes. The best cooking method for silken tofu depends on the desired texture and flavor profile of the dish. Experimenting with these techniques will help you discover your preferred cooking method.

    🌟 Summary

    Silken tofu is a culinary gem, offering endless possibilities in both savory and sweet vegan recipes.

    Whether you're a seasoned tofu enthusiast or a curious beginner, incorporating silken tofu into your cooking repertoire can introduce new flavors and textures to your meals.

    From savory scrambles to delectable desserts, these silken tofu recipes demonstrate the versatility this ingredient brings to the table. Vegan cooking has never been easier.

    So, go ahead and explore the wonders of silken tofu in your kitchen, and don't forget to share your favorite silken tofu recipes with us below! And if you're looking for more tofu inspiration, check out all these tofu dishes too.

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