I want to incorporate some vegan meals in my diet. I’m not a vegan, but want to start eating less meat and dairy to lower my cholesterol. I do a bit of strength training, so would like to still get sufficient protein.
I regularly do curry in my large crockpot using chicken because it is an easy meal prep for 2 weeks of lunches. How does tofu do in a crock pot?
I’m also looking at some vegan chili recipes for the crock pot, and again, thinking about throwing some tofu in to increase the protein.
I lean towards tofu as a complete protein source. Though to be honest, I’m kind of ignorant about vegan sources of complete protein, so maybe others have better recommendations.
Somewhere online I read that tofu might break down in a crock pot? Is this true? I might be okay with this because the other potatoes, beans, veggies etc should be enough texture. Unless it turns super gross?
Buy extra firm tofu, and press it to remove excess liquid and you’ll be fine. I just put a cutting board down, then some paper towels under and on top of the tofu to absorb the liquid, and put another cutting board with some of my old textbooks on top. Leave it for 30 minutes or so. It might break apart in a crock pot, but it will still absorb the flavors and taste good.