{"id":"fe570ec5-96ac-4e1b-9d86-84ecc3f04402","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/fe570ec5-96ac-4e1b-9d86-84ecc3f04402","source_url":"https://www.noracooks.com/marry-me-tofu/","title":"Marry Me Tofu","description":"This vegan Marry Me Tofu recipe is a rich, creamy, and luxurious tofu dish with garlic, sun dried tomatoes and spinach! A surprisingly quick and easy one-pan meal that’s ready in 30 minutes.","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT20M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.noracooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/marry-me-tofu-1-2.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"16 ounce super firm tofu (*or extra-firm, pressed well)","item":"super firm tofu","quantity":16,"unit":"oz","preparation":"*or extra-firm, pressed well"},{"text":"4 tablespoons cornstarch","item":"cornstarch","quantity":4,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"2 tablespoons nutritional yeast","item":"nutritional yeast","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper","item":"ground black pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoons avocado oil (*or other high-heat safe oil)","item":"avocado oil","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"*or other high-heat safe oil"},{"text":"5 cloves garlic (minced)","item":"garlic","quantity":5,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)","item":"sun-dried tomatoes","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon oregano","item":"oregano","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes","item":"red chili flakes","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"more or less to taste"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper","item":"ground black pepper","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 cup vegetable broth","item":"vegetable broth","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tablespoon tomato paste","item":"tomato paste","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 cup Cashew Cream (or other vegan cream, see Notes)","item":"Cashew Cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or other vegan cream, see Notes"},{"text":"2 cups baby spinach (sliced or chopped)","item":"baby spinach","quantity":2,"unit":"cup","preparation":"sliced or chopped"},{"text":"4-5  fresh basil leaves (chopped)","item":"fresh basil leaves","quantity":4,"quantity_max":5,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"1/2 cup Vegan Parmesan (optional)","item":"Vegan Parmesan","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Remove your super-firm tofu from the package (Note-this is NOT the tofu packed in water). Pat dry with a paper towel, then slice into small triangles, or other shape of your choice.","section":"Pan Fry the Tofu"},{"number":2,"text":"To a small bowl, add the cornstarch, nutritional yeast, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.","section":"Pan Fry the Tofu"},{"number":3,"text":"In a large non-stick or cast iron skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.","section":"Pan Fry the Tofu"},{"number":4,"text":"Dunk the tofu pieces in the cornstarch batter to coat all over, then carefully place on the pan. Pan fry the slices for about 4 minutes on one side until crispy and golden brown. Carefully loosen the pieces from the bottom of the pan using a spatula or even a fork and flip to cook on the other side.","section":"Pan Fry the Tofu"},{"number":5,"text":"Remove the tofu from the pan and set on a plate nearby. Turn the heat down to low-medium and let it cool down a bit before you make the sauce. If there is a lot of cornstarch in the pan, wipe it out carefully.","section":"Pan Fry the Tofu"},{"number":6,"text":"In the same skillet over low-medium heat, add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. There still should be some oil in the pan, but if there is not, add another tablespoon before adding the garlic.","section":"Prepare the Sauce"},{"number":7,"text":"Stir in the sun dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.","section":"Prepare the Sauce"},{"number":8,"text":"Now add the broth, tomato paste, cream and spinach and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, until warm and the spinach has wilted. Taste; add more salt, pepper or red pepper flakes as desired.","section":"Prepare the Sauce"},{"number":9,"text":"Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil and grated parmesan. Place the fried tofu pieces in the sauce and gently flip them over so they are coated.","section":"Prepare the Sauce"},{"number":10,"text":"Serve immediately, either on rice, cooked pasta or with fresh crusty bread.","section":"Prepare the Sauce"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:17.242662+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:17.242662+00:00"}