Oriental Tofu Salad

  Oriental Tofu Salad - If you like the unique, sweet and sassy flavor of oriental foods, then is absolutely the International food recipe for you! Fresh, sauteed spices, and an exceptional homemade salad dressing combine with the healthy, tofu for an explosion of Asian flavor, in this “quick fix” salad.

Prep Time: 15-20 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Main Ingredient: Tofu
Difficulty Level: 1

Ingredients to make Oriental Tofu Salad

1 (14 ounce) package firm tofu, drained
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin (sweetened rice wine)
2 teaspoons sesame oil, or to taste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Directions to make Oriental Tofu Salad

Step 1:Place tofu between two plates, and weigh down with a heavy book. Allow tofu to drain for 1 hour, pouring out the expelled liquid every 20 minutes.
Step 2:Whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Heat the oil in a small pan over medium heat, stir in the garlic and ginger, and gently cook until lightly golden; stir into the soy sauce mixture.
Step 3:Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces, and toss together with the tomato, onion, and cilantro. Pour in the dressing and toss to coat. Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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Indian Bean Tofu Enchiladas

  Indian Bean Tofu Enchiladas - An Indian food lovers dream, and, a vegetarian recipe all in one! We even threw in a little mexican flare, to jazz this one up. Two International favorites are combined into one quick, easy, succulent meal, that you can whip up in no time at all.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35-40 mins
Main Ingredient: Beans, Tofu

Ingredients to make Indian Bean Tofu Enchiladas

1 c Slightly pureed Anasazi Beans *
1/2 c Cooked rice
1/2 c Tofu, excess water removed
1/4 c Chopped bell pepper
1/4 c Chopped green onion
1 c Grated cheddar
1 c Grated Monterey Jack
10 oz Enchilada sauce
10 Corn tortillas

Anasazi is a Navajo word meaning ancient one. Anasazi beans have been found in many southwestern Indian dwellings. Bean connoisseurs will appreciate the characteristic taste and texture talents of pinto and kidney combined within this ancient Indian entrant.

Directions to make Indian Bean Tofu Enchiladas

Step 1:Mix first five ingredients together. Add 2 T. enchilada sauce. Moisten tortillas in warmed enchilada sauce.
Step 2:Fill tortilla with mixture and roll. Place in greased 6 1/2 inch X 10 1/2 inch pan with the opening of the roll down. Any remaining sauce should be poured on top of the enchiladas once the pan is filled. Place cheeses on top and bake at 300 degrees F for 35-40 minutes.

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