Homemade Vegetarian Tofu Turkey With Stuffing
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Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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442 | Calories |
46g | Fat |
3g | Carbs |
5g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 8 to 10 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 442 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 46g | 59% |
Saturated Fat 8g | 39% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 209mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrate 3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Protein 5g | |
Calcium 169mg | 13% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
This Thanksgiving, try making your own homemade tofu turkey, complete with vegetarian stuffing inside. There are a few different steps involved, though the process is very simple. A homemade tofu turkey will be the pride and joy of your vegetarian or vegan Thanksgiving celebration!
Serve your homemade tofu turkey with vegetarian gravy and a side of vegetarian stuffing.
Ingredients
- 5 (14-ounce) blocks firm or extra-firm tofu (well pressed)
- 2 tablespoon fresh sage (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (minced)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable broth powder
- 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/3 cup red wine
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cups prepared vegetarian stuffing
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Working in batches as needed, process the tofu in a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy.
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Add the tofu to a large mixing bowl, and stir in the sage, thyme, rosemary, vegetable broth powder, and poultry seasoning, stirring well to combine.
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Line a colander with cheesecloth or a thin towel.
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Place the tofu in the colander and a layer of cheesecloth or a thin towel on top. Place a weight on top of the towel to gently press the tofu.
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Place on a plate or towel and chill for at least 3 hours.
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Once the tofu is chilled and firm, scoop out the tofu in the middle, creating a hole or a well, and leaving about 1 1/2 inches of a tofu "shell" in the colander.
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Gently pat your stuffing into the "well," then gently press the extra tofu on top.
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Carefully invert your tofu turkey onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
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Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, red wine, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce.
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Generously baste or brush the mixture on tofu.
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Bake for about 90 minutes at 350 F, basting again every 15 minutes.
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Serve and enjoy!