Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Tofu Puttanesca

This took no time at all to throw together, and it was delicious. Inspired by the Puttanesca Scramble in the excellent Vegan Brunch cookbook (which is almost convincing me to buy a waffle iron).

Tofu Puttanesca

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 block extra firm tofu
6-8 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp fire roasted salsa, or a few dashes of hot sauce
a small handful each fresh oregano, thyme and basil, chopped
1 can diced tomatoes, drained
1 can black olives, drained
1 tablespoon capers, drained

Drain and press the tofu by dumping it into a colander and pressing down on it with a can repeatedly. Cut the pressed tofu into half-inch cubes. Heat the olive oil in a pan and dump the tofu in. Let it sit for 4-5 minutes, then turn. Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until golden.

Add the following ingredients in stages, stirring after each one: garlic (1 min), salsa, herbs, tomatoes, olives, capers. Stir until heated through, then eat!