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Chocolate Tofu Pie

Chocolate Tofu Pie

Oh my, I cannot even tell you how many times I have made this pie for an event potluck.  It is laughingly easy to make (but you do need a food processor) and gets the most incredible rave reviews, even from hardcore chocolate fans.  If you buy a pre-made crust (or leave it out all...
Tofu Poke

Tofu Poke

Poke (POH-keh) is a Hawaiian word meaning “to slice or cut into pieces.” It’s a popular pupu (appetizer) in Hawai’i and local style usually features raw fish.  This version is healthier with all the protein and none of the cholesterol (did you know that fish actually has a lot of cholesterol?  And besides, fish are...
Crunchy Chinese Salad with Glazed Tofu

Crunchy Chinese Salad with Glazed Tofu

This dish is an extravaganza.  It may have many parts to it, but the glazed tofu and delicious dressing can be made in advance, which cuts down on assembly time.  Each bite of this salad is a party in the mouth.  The crunchy bits satisfy my inner child while I’m getting all the nourishment I...
Eggplant Rollatini

Eggplant Rollatini

This is a fun dish to make so invite your favorite cooking buddies over to whip up a batch. It’s great for those times you are craving Italian food but don’t want to eat all that wheaty pasta. I think of this dish as the Mediterranean version of enchiladas.  The thinly sliced eggplant makes a smokey...
Basic Baked Tofu and Teriyaki Sauce

Basic Baked Tofu and Teriyaki Sauce

This recipe makes a basic baked tofu that you can then flavor with any of your favorite sauces for a source of healthy protein with an unlimited amount of taste variations. You can refrigerate the baked tofu and pull it out later in the week to add to stir fry and hot stews. Baked tofu...
Acorn Squash with Tofu and Wild Rice Stuffing

Acorn Squash with Tofu and Wild Rice Stuffing

It’s fun to eat food that’s been stuffed with more food.  Like getting a two-for-one deal for the tongue.  And your friends will think you’re fancy.  You can make the stuffing a day ahead to make it faster to get this dish ready to serve.  Make a little extra stuffing and use in sandwiches for...
Barbecued Tempeh and Tofu with Corn Salsa

Barbecued Tempeh and Tofu with Corn Salsa

Oh, sometimes this vegan girl is just in the mood for barbecue and nothing else will do!  This recipe seems like a no-brainer, especially because it relies on a bottled sauce, but it’s nice and quick and still has a homemade feeling.  Adding the Bragg Liquid Aminos gives any store bought brand some extra mystery.  Remember...
Tofu Mushroom Burger

Tofu Mushroom Burger

It’s our go-to meal when we’re in a rush, the humble veggie burger.  Nowadays there are as many recipes for unique meatless patties as you can imagine.  Here is a basic one that relies on oats and breadcrumbs as a binder.  You can either make patties to fry or tofu balls for sauces and stews...

Kabocha Squash, Polenta, Braised Tofu, Veggie Kale Sauté

This is a complete meal with all the colors of the rainbow and all the nutrition bases covered.  If you’ve ever wondered what vegans eat and how they fill up the plate without any meat, then read on!  Kabocha squash is one-of-a-kind flavor and here in Hawai’i we’re lucky enough to find it in every...