 We talk to vegans every day. Aspiring vegans, new vegans, veteran vegans. What do people want to know the most? Where they can find recipes that use easy-to-find ingredients and don’t break the bank. What are we telling everyone? That they must check out The Friendly Vegan e-cookbook by Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto.
If those names sound familiar to you, there’s a good reason! Michelle created the World of Vegan website, and Toni founded Plant Based on a Budget. Both are well-known and respected animal rights advocates, and now they’re making being vegan even easier!
Why do we love The Friendly Vegan? With 14 recipes, you have options but aren’t overwhelmed. And you won’t travel from store to store looking for a long list of ingredients. These delicious meals contain ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen! Oh! And the cookbook is only $6 (order now and get 25% off with code ANIMALPLACE)!
Still not convinced? Check out this recipe from The Friendly Vegan for Garlicky-Ginger Tofu Triangles, then buy your electronic copy today! (Remember the discount code!)
Garlicky-Ginger Tofu Triangles
Courtesy of The Friendly Vegan
- 12-oz. extra firm tofu, drained
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 stalks of green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for garnish
- Juice of 1 small lemon
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1-½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ¾ cup water
Cut tofu into ½-inch thick triangular slices, place in a large casserole dish, and set aside.
To create the marinade, thoroughly mix together the rest of the ingredients in a medium bowl and pour over the tofu. Allow tofu to sit for a minimum of two hours, or overnight for a richer taste. Flip tofu halfway through marinating time.
Once tofu is marinated, place a large sauté pan over high heat. Add just enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Add as many tofu slices as will fit in one layer. Cook until tofu is browned on the bottom: 2-3 minutes. Flip the pieces and brown on the other side, about 2 minutes. Pour in the marinade mixture and cook until tofu darkens slightly, about 45 seconds. Flip tofu and repeat.
Plate, garnish with remaining thinly sliced green onion, and enjoy!
