Red Lentil Tofu
Serves 415 mins prep50 mins cook
This recipe for Red Lentil Tofu combines red lentils and various seasonings to create a delicious plant-based tofu alternative. After soaking and blending lentils, cook the mixture until thick, set it in the fridge, and then air fry the tofu cubes for perfect crispness. Pair with a flavorful Sweet Heat Sauce for an extra kick.
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What you need
tbsp chili oil
cup red lentils
tsp lemon juice
tbsp fresh basil
tsp salt
tbsp agave
tbsp sriracha
cup avocado oil
clove garlic
cup water
tsp fresh chives
Instructions
1: Add lentils, seasoning cube and boiling water to a blender and let soak for 15 mins. 2: Blend until smooth. 3: Transfer mixture to a wide pan and cook down on medium heat, stirring consistently until thickened. 4: Transfer to a heat-proof container and leave in fridge for at least 3 hours to overnight to set. 5: Once set, chop tofu into cubes and coat with oil and seasonings of choice mixed with arrowroot starch. 6: Air fry at 400ºF for 20 mins or until desired crispness is reached. 7: For the sauce, combine all ingredients and stir to mix. 8: Pour sauce over air-fried tofu and enjoy.View original recipe