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Tofu gets labeled as boring way too often — but these recipes prove exactly how wrong that is. Over the years, these 15 viral tofu recipes have gone viral across my site and social media, thanks to their crispy edges, bold sauces, and cozy, crave-worthy flavors. If you’ve ever been unsure about tofu (or just stuck making it the same way every time), these are the recipes that changed minds and keep getting made on repeat.
I’ve been creating tofu recipes for over 15 years and have over 150 tofu recipes on my blog now (wild!). Over the years, I’ve really fallen in love with tofu and am excited to be sharing these viral recipes with you! These tofu recipes are the ones my audience keeps making and sharing.
Be sure to check out my entire guide on tofu HERE.
Chili Crunch Tofu Bowls are flavorful and filling with the perfect amount of spicy kick. Each bite is packed with incredible texture—from crispy tofu and crunchy fresh cucumbers to creamy avocado and hearty grains. Just what you need to shake up your weekly menu!
This vegetarian version of the famous Nashville Hot Chicken is something even the meat eaters will love! Having grown up in Nashville, I had my fair share of hot chicken and after going vegetarian, I've spent the past 8 years PERFECTING my meat-free version of this classic southern dish!
This orange tofu is a Panda Express copycat recipe with a vegan twist! Instead of crispy chicken, we're using tofu that is tossed in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. My version tastes just as good as the restaurant version and is so convenient to make at home!
This recipe for Thai Peanut Sauce Tofu is a quick and easy vegan stir fry with seared tofu and colorful vegetables, all covered in a homemade peanut sauce. Serve it with a side of rice for a complete meal that’s ready in less than 30 minutes!
Get ready for a creamy, dreamy bowl of goodness with this Vegan Tofu Mac and Cheese! In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying, flavorful dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.
This easy vegan deli "meat" made with tofu is the perfect plant-based addition to sandwiches, wraps, or snack boards. Simple, customizable, and full of flavor!
This TOFU Queso comes together with just FOUR simple ingredients and all in a blender! This dip is packed with protein making it an easy and healthy snack.
This simple Chardonnay Tofu recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is such a wholesome and delicious dinner option! I love prepping the tofu to kind of mimic meat but you can also jut cut it into slices and serve it that way.
This Vegetarian Sushi Bake is my take on the VIRAL trend that has been ALL over Tiktok and Instagram for many months! Instead of fish, we’re using a simple tofu mixture to keep this close to the original BUT fully meat and seafood free.
We're taking our butter beans up a notch with this High-Protein Marry Me Butter Beans recipe! It's creamy and delicious and packed with SO MUCH protein- you're going to love it!
This Marry Me Tofu is my vegetarian take on the VIRAL Marry me chicken recipe that I have been seeing everywhere! It’s simple to make and packed with so much flavor!
This Garlic Butter Tofu is officially my new FAVORITE tofu recipe! It’s such a great meal to make for guests and it’s surprisingly easy to throw together!
These Tofu Caprese Sandwiches are simple to make and the perfect handheld meal for summer! The basil sauce gives SO MUCH flavor to the sandwich and the tofu is crispy and adds a nice bit of protein to the meal!
Tofu Parmesan Sandwiches feature breaded and pan-fried tofu, plenty of marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese and melty mozzarella cheese with fresh basil for a wonderfully delicious, hearty, healthy vegetarian meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Brita is the author of Food with Feeling which is a vegetarian based food blog. She creates easy and delicious recipes that encourage people to try more meat-free recipes!