🌟 Tofu “Turkey” with Stuffing Recipe 🌟
Category: Soy/Tofu 🌿
Keywords: Beans, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 15 Mins, Oven 🎄🦃
Calories: 3122.1 per serving
Fat Content: 236.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 40.2g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 9728.6mg
Carbohydrate Content: 91.6g
Fiber Content: 33.8g
Sugar Content: 31.1g
Protein Content: 212.2g
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (2 Reviews)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 | Firm Tofu |
| 1 | Tofu |
| 2 | Onion |
| 1 | Celery Stalk |
| 1 1/3 | Mushrooms |
| 1 | Garlic Clove |
| 3-4 | Sage Leaves |
| 1/4 | Marjoram |
| 2 | Thyme Sprigs |
| 2 | Winter Savory Sprigs |
| 1 | Summer Savory Sprig |
| 1 | Rosemary Sprig |
| – | Celery Seeds (To Taste) |
| 1 | Soy Sauce |
| 2 | Tamari Sauce |
| 1/4 | Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing |
| 3 | Miso Paste |
| 1/2 | Mustard |
Instructions:
- Prepare Tofu Shell: Mash firm tofu thoroughly, ensuring a lump-free consistency.
- Set Up Colander: Line a 12″ colander with wet cheesecloth, overlapping the sides. Place mashed tofu inside, cover with the overlapping cheesecloth, a plate, and a 5-pound weight. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
- Start Stuffing: In a pan, sauté onions, celery, and mushrooms in 2 tbsp sesame oil. Once soft, add garlic and the rest of the stuffing ingredients (except stuffing). Cook for 5 minutes.
- Add Herb Stuffing: Mix in Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing until well combined.
- Prepare Tofu “Turkey”: Remove tofu from the colander, hollow out to create a shell, leaving a 1-inch border. Place the stuffing inside, cover with the remaining tofu, and press down firmly.
- Shape and Prepare: Turn the stuffed tofu onto a greased baking sheet, flat side down. Gently press the sides for an oval shape. Optional: create “drumsticks” from one pound of tofu and place on each side.
- Basting and Baking: Mix up the basting mixture and baste the tofu “turkey” with half of it. Cover with foil and bake at 400 degrees for about 1 hour.
- Final Touch: Remove foil, baste with the remaining mixture (except a few tablespoons), and return to the oven for an additional hour or until the “turkey” is golden.
- Presentation: Carefully transfer the tofu “turkey” to a large plate using at least two large spatulas.
- Serve: Accompany with your choice of gravy and cranberry sauce. 🍽️
This Tofu “Turkey” with Stuffing is a festive and flavorful alternative for Christmas or Thanksgiving, providing a hearty and protein-rich option for your holiday table. The well-seasoned tofu, combined with a savory stuffing, creates a delightful centerpiece that even meat-lovers will appreciate. Enjoy the culinary journey of crafting this vegan masterpiece and delight in the joy of sharing it with your loved ones! 🎉✨
