Description
A delicious and easy Marry Me Tofu recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Creamy coconut milk, sun-dried tomatoes, and crispy tofu come together for a tasty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block firm tofu
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
- 1 cup coconut milk or any dairy-free cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package gnocchi
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then dice it into cubes.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Toss in the tofu cubes and cook until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove the tofu from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, coconut milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the crispy tofu back into the skillet and combine gently.
- Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and add them to the skillet with the sauce.
- Mix everything well and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Ensure you press the tofu well to avoid excess moisture. You can substitute coconut milk with almond milk or cashew cream if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu, vegan, easy recipes, Italian, comfort food, quick meals