Red Lentil Tofu (Soy-free)
Red Lentil Tofu is a great alternative for those looking for a soy-free alternative to classic tofu. This recipe is nut-free, gluten-free, and really simple to prepare using just two ingredients (lentils and water)
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 159kcal
Equipment
- High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup red lentils whole or split
- 3 cups boiling water
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add the red lentils and boiling water to a blender jug and leave them soaking for at least 15 minutes.1 cup red lentils, 3 cups boiling water
- Add a pinch of salt and blend the lentils with the water remaining after soaking them. You don't need to rinse them, add more water or take water out.A pinch of salt
- Blend the lentils until you have a smooth batter. For this part, you will need to use a high-speed blender, food processor, or immersion blender.
- Heat the red lentil batter using a pot or pan.
- Using a whisk, keep stirring while the mixture is thickening to avoid lumps from forming. At this point, you can decide how thick or runny you want your mixture. This will determine the texture of your tofu (soft, firm, or extra-firm).
- Place the thickened mixture in a glass or non-stick container, and leave in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
- Once the tofu is ready, it will come out of the container easily and you can cut it and cook it to add to your favorite dishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 3mg