Description
Tofu with chimichurri is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines crispy golden tofu with a zesty chimichurri sauce. This delightful recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With its stunning visual appeal and mouthwatering aromas, Tofu with chimichurri is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14 oz) firm tofu
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut it into cubes.
- In a bowl, mix parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and red pepper flakes to create the chimichurri sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the tofu cubes until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and drizzle chimichurri sauce over the hot tofu; toss gently to coat.
- Serve warm alongside rice or salad for added color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg