lowcarb tofu sauce quick

Prep

  • Press 400 gms tofu for 15-30 mins, if needed
  • Marinate pressed tofu in
    • 2-3 tbsp of sambal olek
    • 1 tbsp of smoked paprika
  • Chop, slice and mince below:
    • 200 gmsBaby Bella Mushrooms
    • 1/2 cup bell pepper, of any color
    • 1 tbsp parsley or rosemary

Steps

  • Start 3 pans simultaneously for
    • Sauce with 1 tbsp butter on low heat
    • Veggies with 1 tbsp olive oil, medium heat
    • Tofu with 1 tbsp olive oil, low heat
  • In the pan for béchamel sauce
    • Add 3 oz cream cheese whisk for 1 min
    • Add and whisk for 2 min, do not let it boil
      • 1 cup heavy cream
      • Salt to taste
      • 1 tbsp Italian herbs
      • 1 tsp red chilli flakes
      • Ground nutmeg to taste
    • Set the sauce aside
  • In second pan for tofu
    • Place tofu slices on low heat for 5 mins
    • Add 1-2 tbsp of soy sauce to the pan
    • Cook for 5 more mins
    • Set aside
  • In third pan for veggies,
    • Add mushroom, stir fry for 2 mins
    • Add the other veggies, with 1-2 tbsp water, close the lid and stir for further 4-5 mins
    • Salt to taste and chili flakes
  • Serve and garnish with parsley