Pineapple Ginger Tofu

Pineapple Ginger Tofu is a vegan play on a pineapple ginger chicken recipe. This tofu recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes.

Thank you to EZ Tofu Press for sponsoring this recipe.

I share a lot of tofu recipes on my site. My family are pretty big fans of tofu and we are always looking for new ways to serve it. For example, we love Kid Friendly Tofu Bites (tofu for kids) and Sweet and Salty Tofu Bowls ( think meal prep!).

The sauce on this pineapple ginger tofu is delicious. It is simple to make and just might bring back some memories from your meat eating days. (If you used to consume meat:  Think pineapple ginger chicken, but a vegan way!)

Still new to the tofu game? If you’re brand new to eating tofu, it can be confusing. Just like fruits and vegetables there are many varieties to choose from.

There are a lot of variables to consider in terms of styles of tofu, and the nuances of each. First you should understand the basics of how tofu is made. There are very few ingredients involved, but it is quite the process!

What is tofu?

Tofu is generally made by:

• Soaking soybeans in water, then blending them up.
• Straining out the pulp, leaving you with soy milk.
• Adding a coagulant (lemon juice works well) to curdle the milk and create curds.
• Straining again and keeping the solids.
• Pressing the curds to create a block of tofu.

What are the types of tofu?

There are many types of tofu, but here are the ones that you will probably see at the store.

• Silken Tofu -Silken tofu is made differently than block tofu, in that the soy milk is coagulated, but without curds forming. This means that the end product is smooth, without any lumps or bumps. These styles of tofu require delicate handling in order to avoid turning it to mush.
• Firm Block Tofu -Slightly softer than extra firm, firm block tofu is a very versatile style that will hold up to most types of cooking. Try it fried, stuffed, boiled, or pan fried in any savory dish.
• Extra Firm Block Tofu -This tofu is, as its name suggests, is the firmest and heartiest of the block tofu varieties. The curds have been pressed tightly together and the tofu is chewy and dense. Extra firm tofu is the best choice if you’d like to make crispy, fried tofu, or for any meal that requires a hearty bite.

Pressing Your Tofu

Step one, regardless of which way you choose to cook your tofu, you need to press your tofu block. You’ll want to start with firm or extra firm block tofu, and before adding heat to it you need to remove some of the liquid from it.

If the tofu is too liquidy, you won’t get good browning or any crispiness – and you definitely want both of those things in your final dish! This step takes about 15 minutes if you’re using a tofu press.

I use an EZ Tofu Press to press my tofu before I cook it. I’ve had mine for years, and it is by far my favorite kitchen tool. This press is unique in that it is made from BPA free plastic and stainless steel so it won’t rust and will keep pressing for years to come.

Reasons WHY I LOVE my EZ Tofu Press:

• It can press virtually all sizes of firm and extra firm tofu.
• The pressing can be achieved in 15 minutes or less. (Talk about a huge time saver!)  
• The press is substantially faster than spring based tofu presses.
• The press is easy to clean!

You can pick up your own on Amazon.(affiliate ad link) I promise you’ll love it! Check them out on Facebook to learn more.

Ingredients for Pineapple Ginger Tofu

• Tofu Block
• Oil for frying
• Water
• Coconut aminos
• Pineapple juice
• Pineapple chunks
• Maple syrup
• Fresh ginger
• Flour or corn starch (for thickening)
• Cooked rice

Option for toppings: Cilantro, Sesame Seeds and Diced Green Onion

How to prepare Pineapple Ginger Tofu

1. Press your tofu using the tofu press for 10-12 minutes. Turning the knobs tighter every 4 minutes.
2. Place the water, coconut aminos, pineapple juice, pineapple chunks, maple syrup and ginger  (peeled) into a blender. Blend until smooth.
3. Once tofu has been pressed, cut tofu into 1-inch cubes. Heat over in pan over medium heat and fry until golden brown on each side.
4. Using a new pan heat sauce ingredients, whisk in flour (or cornstarch) until smooth. Heat until sauce thickens.
5. Place cooked tofu cubes into the sauce pan. Toss gently to coat.
6. Divide cooked rice into 4 plates, then divide tofu onto plates. Top with optional toppings if you wish.

Pineapple Ginger Tofu Tips

• The exact amount of juice and pineapple chunks is equal to ONE snack sized (pre-made) cup of pineapples. Think kid snacks!
• Learn more about how tofu is made (even try it at home if you like!) and what the different types of tofu mean. Understanding Tofu – a beginners guide
• Read about the health benefits of adding tofu into your meal plan. Benefits of Tofu
• Tofu is gluten-free. Tofu is made from soy. You need to always read ingredient labels just to double check. If you are purchasing a tofu that has added flavorings, you might find some hidden gluten! Just be a label reading watch dog and you should be fine! As always, shoot me a message if you need help!

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Check out these easy tofu recipes:

• Orange Tofu
• Grilled Sweet and Sour Tofu
• Sweet Thai Chili Tofu Bowls (think meal prep!)
• Buffalo Tofu Bites
• Grilled BBQ Tofu Sandwich
• Kid Friendly Tofu Bites (tofu for kids)
• Sweet and Salty Tofu Bowls ( think meal prep!)

Get your pineapple ginger tofu recipe here:

Pineapple Ginger Tofu

Alysen Heil

Pineapple Ginger Tofu is a vegan play on a pineapple ginger chicken recipe. This tofu recipe is ready in less than 30 minutes.

5 from 7 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 141 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• block tofu extra firm
• 2 T oil for frying
• ½ c water
• ½ c coconut aminos
• ¼ c pineapple juice
• ¼ c pineapple chunks
• 1 T maple syrup
• 1 T flour gluten free or cornstarch
• 3 c rice cooked
• 1 inch fresh ginger peeled

Instructions

 

• Press your tofu using the tofu press for 10-12 minutes. Turning the knobs tighter every 4 minutes.
• Place the water, coconut aminos, pineapple juice, pineapple chunks, maple syrup and ginger  (peeled) into a blender. Blend until smooth.
• Once tofu has been pressed, cut tofu into 1-inch cubes. Heat over in pan over medium heat and fry until golden brown on each side.
• Using a new pan heat sauce ingredients, whisk in flour (or cornstarch) until smooth.  Heat until sauce thickens.
• Place cooked tofu cubes into the sauce pan. Toss gently to coat.
• Divide cooked rice into 4 plates, then divide tofu onto plates.  Top with optional toppings if you wish. ENJOY

Notes

Pineapple Ginger Tofu Tips

• The exact amount of juice and pineapple chunks is equal to ONE snack sized (pre-made) cup of pineapples.  Think kid snacks!
• Learn more about how tofu is made (even try it at home if you like!) and what the different types of tofu mean. Understanding Tofu – a beginners guide
• Read about the health benefits of adding tofu into your meal plan. Benefits of Tofu
• Tofu is gluten-free. Tofu is made from soy. You need to always read ingredient labels just to double check. If you are purchasing a tofu that has added flavorings, you might find some hidden gluten! Just be a label reading watch dog and you should be fine! As always, shoot me a message if you need help!

Nutrition

Calories: 141kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 681mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 4.8mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.2mg

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