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Marry Me Tofu Recipe

Creamy Marry Me Tofu Recipe That Steals Hearts Every Time

Indulge in this Creamy Marry Me Tofu recipe that satisfies cravings, featuring crispy tofu and a luscious cashew sauce. Perfect for impressing family and friends!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block firm or extra-firm tofu pressed
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp poultry seasoning or your favorite dried herbs
  • 2 tbsp dairy-free butter for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked ahead of time
  • 0.5 cup water for blending
  • 2 tbsp sundried tomato oil or light cooking oil
  • 1 small shallot chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes adjust based on preference
  • 1 cup vegan chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup sundried tomatoes in oil
  • 0.25 cup vegan parmesan or nutritional yeast optional
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil and parsley chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Press the tofu between paper towels for about 30 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  2. Slice the tofu into cutlets or cubes.
  3. In a shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and poultry seasoning.
  4. Coat each tofu piece in the dredging mixture.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add dairy-free butter.
  6. Fry the coated tofu pieces for about 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. In the same skillet, add shallots and sauté until softened.
  8. Add minced garlic, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning, stirring until fragrant.
  9. Pour in the vegan broth and add soaked cashews, stirring to create a creamy mixture.
  10. Add sundried tomatoes and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  11. Return fried tofu to the sauce, letting it simmer for an additional 5–7 minutes.
  12. Stir in fresh basil and parsley, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 14gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best quality, consider freezing the tofu separately from the sauce if you plan to freeze it, as the sauce may change texture upon thawing.

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