Tag Archives: Tofu

Steamed Spinach with Sweet Tofu Dressing

Posted on February 6, 2013 by

This slightly sweet, rich dressing over spinach is one of my favorite recipes from my grandma’s kitchen. It’s so simple, yet so elegant, and the clean flavors of spinach come bursting through the nutty flavors of the tofu. This is … Continue reading →

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Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chili Tofu with Ramen Noodles and Broth

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

Sweet and spicy tofu makes this hot, brothy soup from Sunset magazine an extra special weeknight dinner. Easy, vegetarian, healthy and delicious. How could you NOT love this bowl of soup?

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Pad Thai From Mark Bittman

Posted on April 16, 2012 by

It’s great to finally know a good recipe for pad thai. The first time Melanie tried to make pad thai in 1997, everything burned and she ended up at Jai Thai in Fremont. This recipe ended a lot more happily … Continue reading →

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Brown Rice with Vegetables in a Mirin Broth

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

The brown rice in this dish has a hearty, nutty flavor that just feels good for you. And the unique mixture of vegetables, including burdock and lotus root, gives this dish a lot of different textures and a clean, healthy, … Continue reading →

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Lentil Burgers and a Secret Salad Dressing

Posted on November 8, 2011 by

Lentils are a good source of protein, they’re super inexpensive, and archaeological evidence shows they were eaten as far back as 13,000 years ago. Nicely done, neolithic people.

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