Description
Creamy, rich, and packed with bold tomato flavor, this Marry Me Tofu features golden pan-seared tofu simmered in a velvety sun dried tomato cream sauce. It is comforting, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 ounces extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup coconut cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Toss the pressed tofu cubes with salt and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Add the tofu to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and chopped sun dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut cream. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the tofu to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing it to absorb the sauce.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Press the tofu thoroughly to achieve the best golden crust.
- Simmer the sauce gently to prevent it from separating.
- Add a splash of vegetable broth if the sauce becomes too thick when reheating.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Marry Me Tofu, creamy tofu, vegan dinner, sun dried tomato tofu, plant based comfort food
