Got some silken tofu? Here’s what to do. Blitz it in a blender, and whip up desserts, dips and drinks in seconds – with almost no effort required.

What is silken tofu?  

The softest, jiggliest kind you can find. The texture? Imagine if greek yoghurt and jelly had a soy-based baby. It’s smooth, creamy and rich, and blends beautifully in shakes, vegan mayos and more.

How do I get my hands on some?

Check out the Asian food aisle at most supermarkets.

What can I make? 

Vanilla and Mango Mousse

Serves 2

Prep time: 20 minutes + 1 hour chilling time

Ingredients

3 tbsp melted coconut oil

350g silken tofu, drained

1 tsp vanilla bean paste

4 tbsp agave syrup – plus more to taste

1 ripe mango

1 tbsp apricot jam

1 ripe passion fruit

Sprinkle of ground cardamom – optional

Method

Step 1: Add the coconut oil, tofu, vanilla and agave to a blender and blend until smooth.  Using a spoon taste a little of the mixture and add more agave if you like a sweeter mousse.

Step 2: Meanwhile, top, tail and peel the mango. Stand the mango upright and very carefully slice the flesh away from the stone. Tip: If you feel resistance against your knife, it means you are hitting the stone!  Chop the mango flesh into small bite-sized pieces, discarding the stone. Mix most of the mango (save some in an airtight tub for garnish!) with the apricot jam.

Step 3: Divide half the mousse between 2 glasses, then spoon over mango and apricot.  Top with the remaining mousse and chill in the fridge for 1 hour.

Step 4: Before serving top with the reserved mango, slice the passion fruit in half and scoop out the seeds and drizzle over top then sprinkle with ground cardamom.

Gimme Gimme Gimme Garlic Aioli

Makes 1 small jar

Cook time: under 15 minutes

Ingredients

175g silken tofu

3 tbsp vegetable oil

Juice of 1 lemon

½ tsp salt

1 tsp dijon

1-2 garlic cloves

Method

Step 1: Finely grate 1 garlic clove.  Pat the silken tofu dry with paper towels.  Add the tofu, oil, 1/2 the lemon juice, salt, dijon and garlic to a food processor and blend until smooth.

Step 2: Using a spoon taste a little of the aioli, add more lemon or grated garlic if you like a stronger or punchier flavour.  It will keep in an airtight container for a couple of days in the fridge.

Oreo Milkshake

Serves 1-2

Prep time – under 5 minutes

Ingredients

350g silken tofu, drained

125ml dairy free milk of your choice

Handful of ice

1 tbp agave

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

6 oreo biscuits

Method

Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a blender or smoothie maker and blend until smooth.

Step 2: Pour into a tall glass and serve with a straw. Delicious!

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