Tofu Au Poivre Recipe

Name: Tofu Au Poivre
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs extra firm tofu; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup whole mixed peppercorns; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 shallots, minced; 1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy; 2 cups beef or 2 cups vegetable stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 tablespoon mixed peppercorns; salt

Servings: persons

2 lbs extra firm tofu
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup whole mixed peppercorns
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 shallots, minced
1/2 cup cognac or 1/2 cup brandy
2 cups beef or 2 cups vegetable stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 tablespoon mixed peppercorns
salt

1
Slice the tofu into thirds lengthwise (?) to make 'steaks'. layer with paper towels in a colander and a heavy weight on top. Let sit for 30 minutes to drain.
2
Grind 1/4c peppercorns & coat both sides of the tofu steaks with approximately 1tsp pepper per side. Reserve any additional pepper for another use.
3
Heat oil in heavy skillet on medium high heat. (I used my cast iron) Fry tofu until browned & crispy on both sides. This will take about 10 minutes or so. When done, set aside.
4
Add butter to pan. When melted, add shallots & cook just a few minutes until softened. Add cognac or brandy & cook on high a few minutes until reduced to a few tablespoons.
5
Add the stock & reduce by half. Add the cream & heat just to boiling.
6
Crush 1/2TB mixed peppercorns in a mortar & pestle. Add to sauce. Taste for seasoning & add salt as desired.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs extra firm tofu, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/4 cup whole mixed peppercorns, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Tofu Au Poivre falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tofu Au Poivre

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