Don’t like tofu? This will change your mind | Vegan and Vegetarian Meal Ideas

[@Adam-loves]

As everyone googles Grindy Deal and Squeezy Thing ! If you warm the Orange slightly and roll it like you would a lime or lemon it releases more juices ! I am so thankful to have found you and your wife on UA-cam ! Believe in Good !

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 great tip!! appreciate you! 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@terredee]

If you put the orange in the microwave for 30 seconds or so, it really loosens the juice.

[@nighteowl]

Draining and freezing the tofu first, then thawing shifts the texture closer to chicken, and you can get more flavor in as well.
(The ice crystals expand the tofu and make bigger holes for flavor to get in)

[@margaretbentley3937]

Baby Whisk got Grandpa Whisk in on the trickery this week 😅.

[@thenarddogcooks]

seems Baby Whisk is has some persuasiveness up its sleeve 🤔 😂

[@QIKWIA]

This is a restaurant quality dish...worthy of 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾 thank you so much! 🙌🏾

[@kdgramesty]

Thank you! It was delicious! I actually doubled the sauce recipe, being the lover of sauces that I am; and it was worth it. It will absolutely be in a regular rotation as I transition into a more plant-based diet. I am beyond happy I found you.

[@colettedailypay]

I love the way the entire video is made! Visual learning and an explanation of subs is grand knowledge. Just switching to better eating and cooking doesn’t come natural to all of us so I’m Grateful!
That’s my 1st for seeing a mini whisk! 🙂
Keep them coming Sir
#HappyCookingVibes ☮️💜

[@harrynac6017]

If you like this channel, it won't be the last time you see mini whisk 😁

[@thenarddogcooks]

im so glad you enjoyed! thanks for being here 🙏🏾❤️

[@eaconnerart]

Grindy deal = citrus reamer and I often think of how you could use one :). I was thinking how this would be great chilled and tossed into a summer kale salad! And thanks for the reveal as to where baby whisks come from ;). I appreciate you! Put it there! PEAAAACCCCCCE!

[@thenarddogcooks]

agreed! to all of it! that kale salad with this tofu would be 🤯 🙌🏾 🫶🏾

[@ILM2219]

Love your humor and delivery... Knowledge is Outstanding!!! Thank you... :)

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾 many thanks!! ❤️

[@donnadeniese7388]

This recipe is amazing! I was one of those people who did not like tofu, even though I wanted to like tofu. So this recipe was actually a last ditch effort for me to like tofu and guess what- I do like tofu now!
The flavors, texture m, how to prepare correctly, there were so many pieces that were missing for me so, thank you so much for posting this video and teaching us skeptics how to actually prepare tofu correctly!

[@racheldaniels7858]

I wish I saw this before I went shopping for this week. I hope I remember for next week. It looks so good!

[@thenarddogcooks]

add it to the grocery list today for the next time you head out! 😊

[@Flyig_Walrus]

Yum!! I'll have to make this soon! We have your amazing black bean and sweet potato enchiladas weekly! Yum!!!

[@thenarddogcooks]

😍 those are so delicious!! 🤤

[@BeautifulBadassery]

This looks amazing. I will try making this one. Thanks for showing!

[@thenarddogcooks]

Hope you enjoy

[@hannaaxelsson3687]

AAAAH TINY WHISK BROUGHT HIS BIG BROTHER!!! Also this looks delicious, may try to make it this week.

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 family joining in on the fun! hope you get to enjoy!

[@ushere5791]

expecting the freakishly small whisk, i lol'ed when the freakishly large whisk slowly emerged into view...i think i scared the neighbors! XD

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 😂

[@pattiwilkins2012]

Goodafternoon andrew I've been wanting another tofu recipe can't wait until I'm able to try it 😋 looks so delicious 😋 😊❤ until next week 😊😊😊

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 excited for you to try this one! such a delightful flavor. hope all it well! 🙏🏾❤️

[@22anamae]

Such a creative and beautiful looking meal, it looks delicious. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@thenarddogcooks]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@bsutton530]

I've learned so much from you about vegan cooking that some of the recipes you have shared have become my go-tos without even thinking about it. I have a feeling this will, too. Thank you 🎉

[@kaybrown4010]

I use a fork as a citrus reamer and it’s extremely effective. What a great looking recipe! 🧡

[@thenarddogcooks]

🤯 gotta try that!

[@stephanievalenti4949]

Absolutely delicious 😋😋😋

[@jenniferhuff2566]

Looks amazing and I could swear I smelled it when you put the sauce in the pan😂. And you got me with the large whisk first time. Bwahahaha.

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 😂

[@simplywanzaful]

Looks amazing

[@nenairby3349]

Thanks Andrew. That’s a good one to try. Not sure if I will use tofu. Thanks for another awesome recipe idea. 😊

[@thenarddogcooks]

No worries! one of those other substitutes may be a better options

[@vanessaarsenault9938]

Tried this recipe and it was delish! Not something I would have sought out so thanks for changing it up for us this evening.

[@mizzmy929]

Yes, I must create this!

[@edileidecathcart7676]

You are a genius! The tofu recipe?! So glad I found you channel today. Thank you for the wonderful recipes.🍁

[@angelal1607]

Thank you for providing substitution suggestions for those of us who can't have soy!

[@jamesarmstrong9908]

Amazing like usual

[@travisreed5965]

Believe In Good - Fabulous Episode - Adding The Chickpeas And Cauliflower Would Be Absolutely Brilliant - Excellent Edits By The Way
Stay Strong ,
Cheers

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙏🏾 thanks buddy! hope you get to try it out!

[@GeoAtlasWorld]

Amazing work. Not many cooks got it, but you do. I can tell you have passion and it shows! Meals look amazing.

[@AD-we8ed]

This looks so good! I have a block of tofu I was planning to cook tonight and kind of wanted to try something different than I usually do. This is it!! Thank you!

[@hkinley55]

I must try this one

[@mariavaldiviesopenarrubia9049]

Sin duda, el mejor cocinero vegano

[@thenarddogcooks]

😍 ¡Muchas gracias!

[@scriptophil]

Man, you are the coolest dude - and cool jazz too!

[@suicune2001]

I HATED tofu when I went vegan. 2 years later, I like it. Lol. And I wasn't eating it all the time. I only ate it a handful of times but suddenly one day it changed.

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 my story is almost identical! one day it was just not bad anymore

[@anyadarlingg]

Learning how to cook it and season it properly after trial and error, i'm sure, makes a huge difference :)​@@thenarddogcooks

[@ashleydec71]

Holy this looks good. Thank you for finding and creating healthy delicious meals for us! love it!!!

[@christinesaieh9180]

I love your channel

[@kellydenmeade2504]

I do something similar with tempeh

[@cmst6408]

Nice, I think even kiddos might eat. Thanks

[@mrosavicentesanchez3257]

Excelente plato, muy fresco y delicioso. Muchas gracias por compartir 🩷

[@thenarddogcooks]

¡muchas gracias! espero que puedas intentarlo pronto 🙏🏾❤️

[@EatWell23QWB]

I will be making this recipe tonight. Thanks!

[@colton_936]

Top notch presentation as always! Lookin delicious. 👌

[@armonnibudgets]

The way this video is executed 👏🏿 new subscriber! ❤ this is amazing work! I especially love the tips/pointers at the end

[@lorrainethomas241]

Mmmmm....orange sauce.....i'm salivating over here. So, other members of the Whisk family are getting into the act now, eh?

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 seems The Whisks are just getting out of hand (pun intended)

[@karenlindstrom8266]

I made this tonight using brown rice, broccoli and julienned red peppers. After making the sauce I put the rice and veg together in the sauce. First I baked the battered tofu in the oven and finished it in the air fryer. My meat eating husband loved it!!!! 🥰

[@jessejburton]

Making this tonight! looks so good :)

[@staceylove1588]

That sauce! It's so good! I just made the recipe 😋

[@loudboomboom]

Yo that is a fire dish right there

[@super266]

Very delicious looking.
p.s: awesome presentation too!

[@amandaharvey3700]

Looks tasty, will definitely give it a go🍊🌱😁

[@ella9256]

Love your videos Andrew thanks.

[@maryoberschlake1988]

Can’t wait to try it.❤

[@Pursuit_Of_A_Homestead]

Oop! Not me wanting to try tofu now 👀😂🤔 this looks delishhh 😋

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 you gotta try it out! took me forever to like tofu. partly because I think I didn't know what I was doing.

[@gif24gt60]

.ove the music and sound effects😮

[@riverbilly64]

I made this for lunch today, exactly as the recipe described. Absolutely delicious. I bet the leftovers will be even tastier. One warning: if you don’t eat a lot of salt, maybe skip some of the soy sauce. Also, just the fried tofu was delicious.

[@laskatz3626]

Looks delish!

[@Tripsy4Peace]

Thanks!

[@thenarddogcooks]

😍 thank you so so much! 🙏🏾

[@sneezyIce]

Would you eat this as a side dish or a main dish with some rice?

[@thenarddogcooks]

main with rice, quinoa, top on kale salad, etc.

[@kennethmaese4622]

😆love this guy

[@adriennetalley7159]

100%, making this with my homemade lentil tofu.. have to lay off the soy, but I'm betting you can add that orange sauce to a boot, and it will be delish😊 Thanks for sharing. Oh, where did you score that tiny tong? I need it!

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 yea the orange sauce is where its at! and the tong thing i linked here for ya - amzn.to/455XkHv

[@mhma1976]

Tofu is great as long as it's from chickpeas or pumpkin. I keep soy consumption to a bare minimum‼️ thanks for the recipe❗️

[@Livv_it_is]

Love that. Thx for the delicous inspo! Also: do you think freezing tofu instead of just pressing is beneficial for flavour absorption?

[@thenarddogcooks]

not for flavor absorption but certainly for a more dynamic texture! ❤️

[@irmabryant6979]

I saved this and will definitely make. Oh and thank you - aside from this recipe I now now how to remove the skin from garlic👍🏾😊

[@carnsoaks1]

Hey Nard-doge. Marce, of Oz. Been enjoying the inspiring food choices for 6 months.
I am a 1 in a 1000 case. At 50, the doc said, "Stop killing yourself with food." I agreed to do so. I hit 160kg, ie 350lb
I employed FIT FOR LIFE (Diamond). I have dropped 47 kg (100lb) since Jan 2023.
I love life AND love my food! I eat without a care because fresh and healthy food can save your life.
Last night I made this dish. Large block of Firm Tofu, some Orange and a Lemon, Soy, ginger, garlic ,sesame, vinegar and brown sugar, corn flour. So easy!
My mum, the food snob, LOVED IT.
Thanks for making healthy dishes accessible.
Ps, what's the perfect vegetable dish to accompany the Orange Tofu?

[@sophiah1091]

I thought that was chicken. Tofu?? 😮👌🏿👍🏿 Thank you!

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 it does give off chicken vibes for its looks. which is a great thing. for kids too, that are still warming up to trying something new

[@sarahr7890]

Seems to work, but the grater you have is more traditionally used for chocolate.

[@katrinaharris5934]

“Oven frying, also known as baking”. 😂😂

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂

[@JeffWilliamson1]

I saw Pumfu at the store on Saturday. Definitely still around

[@mac5333]

The meal looks delicious! Is the pan used stainless steel and if so, how do treat / prep it to keep items from sticking?

[@natk8516]

If I make this for meal prep whats the best way to re-heat it.?

[@stayjustful]

Quick question have you ever tried oyster mushrooms as a replacement.

[@thenarddogcooks]

i have! not making it personally but from a restaurant. It's a really great option if you know what you're doing. I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms because the texture is like weird to me. But the way that restaurant did it the texture didn't bother me as much.

[@sharonknorr1106]

So my husband loves takeout orange chicken - so why haven't I made it for us using tofu or soy curls??? Let's talk white pepper. Had it in my spice drawer forever, but never used it because I don't like black pepper....... Finally tried it and I love it - a little kick without the black pepper flavor, it has it's own profile. So now I use it quite a bit - subtle, but really nice.

[@thenarddogcooks]

gotta make the hubs this takeout option! agreed on the white pepper too. its a nice approach when looking to avoid the strong flavoring from the black peppercorns 😊

[@TobiSamaEatinCookies]

Great recipe! Only downside is that UA-cam doesn't show my add to playlist button :(

[@dailycosmopolitan4702]

Same recipe but use lions Maine mushrooms bro please and honey❤

[@thenarddogcooks]

sounds like a yummy option! 🙌🏾

[@bigdreamer7826]

Listennnnn, I love me some tofuuuuuu 😋😋

[@noranicolea5977]

Just had this with my steak, absolutely delicious thank you

[@nancyfortmann3850]

I ordered a T-fal skillet, but the pkging stressed that only low-medium heat was ok, lest something unpleasant occurs. Sending it home to Amazon. Looks like you’re not scared, though!
Great looking recipe, BTW.

[@thenarddogcooks]

Thanks for sharing! Not sure if they provide temp recommendation for what low - medium heat mean? The highest my stainless steel pan normally gets would be 300 to 350°F. Most of the time when you're cooking on the stove, you won't really go above that. Medium heat requirements should be between 300 to 400°F. I have had no issues with mine. Hopefully this helps!

[@jordy46682]

If you don't like tofu, cook it in an air fryer... It's a complete game changer! I would specifically buy an air fryer just for this purpose 😅

[@WinfordM]

Finally tried Tofu. The way my wife made it, it tasted like chicken.

[@thenarddogcooks]

🙌🏾 my first experience, trying to fool is the worst! But I had no idea what I was doing with it. I'm happy the wife was able to figure it out for you. Because knowing how to make, it made all the difference for me

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thanks ❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@QIKWIA]

🙏🏿I want to eat this sooooo bad!!!!😂👌🏾😋

[@Foodrippa87]

fireeeeeee

[@coleenparsons4905]

The Nard Dog does it again! With the help of the little whisk that is...!

[@BJo4230]

WOW ❤

[@adrienneterrance6311]

I am not a fan of soy and neither is my body. Thanks for mentioning pumpkin tofu!

[@thenarddogcooks]

so happy there are options out there to support! 🙌🏾

[@hurleykid83]

I'm sure a chickpea, cauliflower would be delicious

[@thenarddogcooks]

Oh yes!

[@QIKWIA]

😮OMGOSH!!!!
This looks damn good!🔥
🤭My mouth is literally drooling!😋
I can't believe the "meat" is tofu!😮
🤜🏾🤛🏾Outstanding cheffing😂🏆

[@kerieagle2441]

❤❤

[@TsadiyahBarnett]

Instead of tofu any other suggestions?

[@leonv1472]

i'd imagine tempeh would be fine to use as a substitute, unless it's specifically soy you're trying to avoid. in that case you could try making this with seitan, which is made from wheat.

[@msgtwarmonger3603]

Maybe you could LISTEN to what he said at 4:24

[@thenarddogcooks]

i typically try to provide options to sub out in the speaking part of the video. if you missed it, the options i suggested were:
- cauliflower
- seitan
- store bought plant based chicken sub
i didnt say this but even chickpeas would work.

[@brendalong3852]

If I get too much soy I have allergy attacks. Got a sub for Tofu?

[@dj.h7424]

I remember Derek Simnett made tofu sub with lentils, and I think chickpeas 😊

[@thenarddogcooks]

cauliflower, seitan, chickpeas, a store bought plant based chicken. hopefully something here helps!

[@brendalong3852]

@@dj.h7424 thanks I like both of those.

[@brendalong3852]

@@thenarddogcooks Thanks. Use all but seitan already so easy sub. What is seitan?

[@kevp5745]

It’s missing some heat, weh di scotch bonnet peppa deh?

[@thenarddogcooks]

😂 how mi feget deh heat 🤦🏾‍♂️ ah shame pon mi.. 😂

[@nizahe2731]

U rly need to add text with ingridients on the side while doing stuff.

[@terryg4415]

There’s nothing that smells better than any citrus zest, IMO.

[@TyronneTripp]

Macros?

[@supremefire31xd88]

Nice recipe but can't eat it soy

[@hkinley55]

Oh, no, not Big Whisk!

[@thenarddogcooks]

right! 😂

[@stephenmartin6733]

Has anyone try using the fake chicken to see how the results are?

[@DeeGenius]

@Andrew Bernard tofu isn’t for human consumption

[@amberleestine]

Tofu makes my stomach hurt.

[@christienjanson6530]

Don't get it. Marinade only stays on the outside, so you are still eating big disgusting bland squishy pieces of tofu which taste of tofu. The internet is filled with recipes which will 'make you love tofu' and none of them work!

[@davidbeazley1958]

That beard 🤮