Molasses Glazed Tofu Strips

Tofu (soy protein) contains a plethora of health benefits.  Lately however, there have been articles denying the healthy aspects of eating this fine food which has been around for centuries.  However, the research still prevails in that the benefits tofu and certain soy products far outweigh any negatives. 

Although eliminating meat from one's diet has numerous benefits, replacing it with highly processed, packaged "mock" meats, is less than desirable.  I am not saying that these products are not a good substitute for occasional use during the transition period, or on occasion, but there are so many ingredients in most fake meat products, that it is more beneficial and much less expensive to make your own. 

How Healthy Is That?

Research on soy protein in recent years has shown that regular intake can help to lower total cholesterol levels by as much as 30%, lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels by as much as 35-40%, lower triglyceride levels, reduce the tendency of platelets to form blood clots, and possibly even raise levels of HDL (good cholesterol). http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=111#healthbenefits

Recipe Ingredients

8 oz Extra Firm Tofu, drained and pressed 

2 T Canola Oil

2 T pure BlackStrap Molasses or pure Maple Syrup

1 t Liquid Smoke

Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions

*After draining tofu, wrap it in a paper towel and then wrap it in a kitchen towel. Place something heavy (aka frying pan) on the toweled tofu and let it sit for approximately 15 minutes

*Unwrap tofu and cut into thin strips lengthwise  (approx 1/4-1/8 inches thick)

*Add Canola oil to skillet and heat over medium heat. 

*Cook tofu until brown on both sides (approximately 10-15 minutes

*Add the molasses and liquid smoke to the skillet

*Turn tofu so that each side is coated in molasses. The mixture should be bubbling up at this point.

*Add salt and pepper, then turn off heat. 

Serve with your favorite breakfast meal.

Serves 2-4


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