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Chickpea Tofu & Silken Tofu

Chickpea Tofu: Quick Silken Tofu Recipe Under 10 Minutes

This Chickpea Tofu is a quick, soy-free marvel made from just chickpeas and water, versatile enough for various dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Setting Time 2 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: GLUTEN-FREE
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpea Flour Method
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour The essential base for a firm texture
  • 1 cup Water Adjust volume for desired firmness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Optional; enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Optional; adds color and earthiness
For the Dried Chickpeas Method
  • 1 cup Dried Chickpeas Soak overnight for best texture
  • 1 cup Water Used to blend and cook

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • Molds
  • Blender
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Nut-milk bag

Method
 

Chickpea Flour Method
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour with 1 cup of water. Whisk until smooth and free of lumps.
  2. In a saucepan, bring the remaining water to a boil.
  3. Slowly stir the chickpea mixture into the boiling water while constantly whisking.
  4. Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer on low for about 5-6 minutes, continuously whisking.
  5. Once thickened, pour the chickpea mixture into molds and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Allow the chickpea tofu to cool and set in the refrigerator for a few hours.
Dried Chickpeas Method
  1. Soak dried chickpeas overnight.
  2. Blend soaked chickpeas with fresh water until smooth.
  3. Strain the liquid using a nut-milk bag or fine mesh strainer.
  4. Simmer the strained liquid on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring often.
  5. Pour the silky mixture into greased molds and cool to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1recipeCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with soy sauce or your favorite dressing before serving for added flavor.

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