Tofu Pastry

Delight your taste buds with these golden, flaky Tofu Pastries, a perfect fusion of crisp pastry and savory plant-based filling. Featuring a buttery, homemade dough encasing spiced tofu sautéed with garlic, soy sauce, and aromatic turmeric and coriander, this recipe delivers a deliciously balanced bite every time. Quick to prepare with just 40 minutes of prep time, these pastries are ideal for snacks, appetizers, or even light meals. Add a touch of elegance with a glossy egg wash and sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these versatile, dairy-free pastries are bound to impress both vegetarians and omnivores alike. Elevate your baking game with this simple yet flavorful Tofu Pastry recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Cold unsalted butter
• 60 milliliters Cold water
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 1 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Coriander powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 unit Egg (for egg wash, optional)
• 1 tablespoons Sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Grate the cold butter into the flour mixture and use your fingers to crumble it together until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Slowly add in the cold water little by little, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork it.

Step 4

Wrap the pastry dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes while preparing the filling.

Step 5

To prepare the tofu filling, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Crumble the tofu into the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the soy sauce, coriander powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, and scallions. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove the filling from heat to cool slightly.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 3-4mm.

Step 10

Cut the dough into squares or circles of your desired size.

Step 11

Place a spoonful of the tofu filling in the center of each square and fold the pastry over to form a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 12

If using an egg wash, beat the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the tops of the pastries. Optionally sprinkle sesame seeds for added flavor and texture.

Step 13

Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.

Step 14

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.

Step 15

Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the flaky tofu pastries warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	768.8 grams (768.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2255

Total Fat 137.20g	176%
Saturated Fat 70.10g	351%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 458mg	153%
Sodium 1591mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 204.00g	74%
Dietary Fiber 12.10g	43%
Total Sugars 4.50g
Protein 58.90g	118%

Vitamin D 102IU	508%
Calcium 524mg	40%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 915mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 35.7%