How to Use tofu in a Sentence

tofu

noun

• The tofu is made on the premises, in the back of the shop.
  — Shauna Lyon, The New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2023
• The tofu was soft and supple and the broth vibrant and spicy.
  — Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 18 Nov. 2023
• Toss the dressing with the beans and cubes of extra-firm tofu.
  — New York Times, 20 July 2022
• The first is sesame tofu with broccoli, which is kind of a bit of a stir fry of sorts.
  — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Oct. 2023
• This recipe uses two sheet pans, one for the tofu and one for the bok choy.
  — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 27 Aug. 2022
• Transfer to a large bowl, along with the carrots, the scallion whites and the tofu.
  — Emily Horton, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
• Top with fried tofu, green onions, peanuts and cilantro.
  — Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 14 Jan. 2024
• Here, tofu does not need to be pressed—the liquid keeps the nuggets tender and juicy.
  — Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appétit, 28 Sep. 2023
• This recipe works very well with mushrooms or firm tofu in place of the meat.
  — Washington Post, 28 Apr. 2022
• Stir in a brick of firm tofu, crumbling it with a large spoon or fork.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 2 Nov. 2021
• Cut both the spiced tofu and the firm tofu into 2-inch-long and ¼-inch-thick pieces.
  — Michael A. Gardiner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2023
• Wrap the tofu in a clean dish towel and microwave on high for 1 minute.
  — Washington Post, 9 Dec. 2021
• Add the tofu and break it into small crumbles with a large spoon or fork.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 2 Nov. 2021
• Roast it all until the sweet potatoes are tender, the broccoli gets crisp around the edges, and the tofu browns.
  — Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 15 Feb. 2024
• The temperature of the tofu will likely cause the soup to cool.
  — San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2022
• Scoop the tofu into the pot using a spoon or your hand, leaving it in large chunks.
  — Eric Kim, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2023
• The marinade works well with chicken, pork and tofu, too, or use it as a stir-fry sauce.
  — Matt Brooks, Washington Post, 26 Oct. 2023
• The slippery strands are laced with slivers of firm pressed tofu, jalapeño, basil and lemon juice.
  — Louisa Chu, chicagotribune.com, 28 Mar. 2022
• Next, try the kimchi stew with tofu, shiitake mushrooms and just the right amount of spice.
  — Tasmiyah Randeree, CNN, 2 Feb. 2022
• Soft tofu in black bean sauce has lusciousness that jumps off the page.
  — Melissa Clark, Dallas News, 20 Dec. 2022
• The cart is topped with a plasma cutter—one that cuts 1/4 inch-thick steel plate like warm tofu.
  — Mike Allen, Popular Mechanics, 24 Mar. 2023
• His technique gave the scallop mousse the texture of silken tofu.
  — Buddha Lo, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
• Proteins are long strands of amino acids, found in meat and enriched plant foods like tofu.
  — Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 25 July 2023
• Add the stock and reserved tofu and bring to a boil, stirring gently (don’t break up the tofu).
  — Saveur Editors, Saveur, 28 Sep. 2023
• Along with the pork, Liew’s version features crunchy bok choy and pillowy tofu puffs that soak up all the broth.
  — The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 6 Dec. 2023
• The kitchen sends a passel of dishes—the first a soupçon of smoky tofu mousse between two crisp squares of seaweed.
  — Monica Kim, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2022
• The potatoes and tofu are spunky with chili powder and crisp from cornstarch.
  — Emily Weinstein, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Mar. 2024
• Eng sells soy milk and tofu wholesale to a handful of restaurants.
  — Shauna Lyon, The New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2023
• Other calcium-rich foods include nuts, beans, lentils, tofu, sardines, seeds, and dark leafy greens.
  — Kenny Torrella, Vox, 31 May 2024
• Instead of bacon, rice paper and tofu are soaked in a smoky marinade and baked until crispy, while a white bean and sunflower seed spreads stands in for mayonnaise.
  — Anna Rodriguez, Washington Post, 17 July 2024

Last Updated: 30 Sep 2024