Vegan Red Lentil Tofu

Vegan Red Lentil Tofu is a plant-based, healthy, and tasty dish. We will prepare this tempting recipe with red lentils and common seasonings. This amazing food is fully loaded with potassium, fiber, iron, protein, and other important vitamins. This creative dish is ideal for vegans who want to boost their consumption of plant-based meals. We utilize red lentil cubes as a replacement for tofu. This red lentil dish provides an antioxidant and nutrient boost that can foster health. Apart from its nutritional advantages, Vegan Red Lentil Tofu is also a versatile dish.

Let’s prepare the tofu cubes with the directions (listed below).

STATS

• Course: Main dish
• Cuisine: Indian-inspired
• Diet: Vegan, Soy-free, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
• Total Time: 6 hr and 25 minutes
• Preparation Time: Ten mins
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Refrigerator Time: 1 hr
• Soak Time: Five hours
• Method: Blender and Stovetop

EQUIPMENT

• One glass bowl
• Food blender
• Nonstick skillet
• One silicone spoon
• Tray
• 1 sharp knife

INGREDIENTS

• One cup of dry red lentils
• Half a cup of water
• 1/4 cup of nutritional yeast, optional
• One tbsp of lemon juice
• Half a tsp of salt
• Black pepper powder 1/4 tsp
• Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon for color
• 1/4 tsp of garlic powder

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add the dry lentils to the bowl and rinse them with water.
2. Then, dip the lentils in the water for approximately 4 to 5 hrs.
3. After 5 hrs, we will drain its excessive water.
4. Next, add water, salt, garlic powder, soaked red lentils, lemon juice, black pepper powder, nutritional yeast, and turmeric powder to a food blender.
5. Blend all items until a smooth mixture forms.
6. Next, pour the lentil mixture with a spoon into the nonstick skillet.
7. Simmer the lentil mixture over moderate heat until the mixture is thick.
8. During cooking, mix constantly with a silicone spoon to avoid adhering.
9. After that, switch off the stovetop and put aside the skillet to cool.
10. Once cooled, add the lentil mixture to a greased tray.
11. Shift this tray to the fridge for about sixty mins until it’s hard.
12. After refrigerating, cut it into cubes with a knife.
13. The tempting and nutritious Vegan Red Lentil Tofu is prepared.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Mix lentil tofu with mixed vegetables and serve over rice.
• Enjoy the tofu cubes with a tahini sauce or roasted veggies (broccoli, carrots, sweet potatoes).
• Load this dish into a whole wheat wrap or pita bread.
• Add these tofu cubes to a salad bowl.
• Serve it with warm farro, spring rolls, or ginger lime sparkler.

TIPS

• Utilize good-quality dry red lentils.
• Rinse lentils before soaking to get rid of contaminants.
• Whisk the lentil mixture continuously as it cooks to avoid lumps.
• Try a variety of lentil varieties to get a range of flavors.
• Pick a full-speed processor (blender) to obtain a silky lentil paste.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

• We can store the homemade red lentil tofu cubes in a tightly covered jar and refrigerate them for 2/3 days.

Freezer:

• This red lentil tofu dish is not suitable for freezing. The structure of tofu will be crumbly after freezing.

FAQs

Can I use other kinds of lentils to make a tofu dish?

• Red lentils are frequently suggested because they simmer easily and blend well. Other lentils may also work, but the texture may differ, and the method may need to be modified.

Is pressing required for red lentil tofu?

• Pressing aids in the removal of excessive water, giving the food a firmer texture that makes cooking easier.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Yield: 4 servings
Total Calories 144 kcal
Dietary Fiber 10 g
Carbohydrates 24 g
Protein 12 g
Sodium 240 mg
Sugar 2 g
Total Fat 2 g