If you are looking for a soy free alternative to traditional tofu, chickpea tofu is a great option, rich in vegan protein content and easy to make from scratch!
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Keyword gluten free, soy free, tofu, vegan
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Resting time (refrigerating) 12 hourshours
Total Time 12 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings 2- 3
Equipment
1 bowl
1 whisk (or hand mixer)
1 spoon or spatula
1 non stick saucepan
1 baking dish
cling film
kitchen scale
Ingredients
150grams chickpea flour (gluten free)
500gramswater
½teaspoon salt
pepper or other spices and herbs to taste
Instructions
In a bowl combine the chickpea flour, the salt and add the water, then whisk thouroughly (best if done with a hand mixer), until the batter is smooth and without clumps
Pour the batter in a non stick saucepan over low-medium heat and mix constantly with a whisk so that big clumps don't form
It will take from 5 to 10 minutes for the mixture to turn into a creamy batter (similar to creamy polenta, in case you are familiar with it)
Small clumps may form, just keep whisking until they dissolve
Pour the cooked mixture in a baking dish and even it out with a spatula or a spoon
Let it cool down completely, cover with cling film and refrigerate overnight
Once solidified, slice it into cubes and enjoy as is, or seasoned with spices and herbs