Video: I Can't Believe It's Not Chicken (Super-Savory Grated Tofu)
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Video: I Can't Believe It's Not Chicken (Super-Savory Grated Tofu)
"Grating super-firm tofu is one of the best party tricks in the kitchen. It makes tofu not only quicker to prepare (no pressing required!) but also deceptively meaty. The grated tofu is then pan-fried until golden and coated in a flavor-rich sauce. This is my I can't believe it's not chicken. Super firm tofu is the ideal variety for grating, since it's sturdy and dense and won't fall apart."
"You'll notice the tofu gets super chewy and the sauce just seeps into every shred, so it ends up really savory, a little spicy and garlicky, and almost takes on this ground chicken like flavor and texture. Grating super-firm tofu is one of the best party tricks in the kitchen. It makes tofu not only quicker to prepare (no pressing required!) but also deceptively meaty. The grated tofu is then pan-fried until golden and coated in a flavor-rich sauce."
Grating super-firm tofu produces shredded strands that cook quickly and develop a meaty, chewy texture without pressing. Super-firm tofu is ideal because it is sturdy, dense, and resists falling apart during grating. The grated tofu is pan-fried until golden, which creates crisped edges and a satisfying mouthfeel. A flavor-rich sauce then permeates the shreds, making the result savory, slightly spicy, and garlicky. The final texture and flavor closely mimic ground chicken, offering a quick, deceptive meat substitute for savory preparations and a useful party-kitchen trick. Preparation is fast and accessible, making it suitable for weeknight meals and entertaining.
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