Red Lentil Tofu (Soy-free)

Name: Red Lentil Tofu (Soy-free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentils; 3 cups boiling water; a pinch of salt

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
4 people
Calories
159 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Vegan

Red Lentil Tofu (Soy-free)

Iris Warren

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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)

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Ingredients

Servings

1 cup red lentils whole or split
3 cups boiling water
a pinch of salt

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Instructions

Add the red lentils and boiling water to a blender jug and leave them soaking for at least 15 minutes.
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.
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 Information

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Calories 159kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 0.5g (1%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Sodium 9mg (0%) Potassium 430mg (12%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 18IU (0%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 159 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	159kcal	8%
Carbohydrates	27g	9%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	0.5g	1%
Saturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2g	1%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.1g	1%
Sodium	9mg	0%
Potassium	430mg	9%
Fiber	14g	56%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	18IU	0%
Vitamin C	2mg	2%
Calcium	29mg	3%
Iron	3mg	17%