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By Jolinda Hackett, About.com Guide to Vegetarian Food

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Sweet and Sour Tofu with Vegetables Recipe
If you've ever had a sweet and sour dish at a Chinese restaurant and wondered how they made it, this recipe is for you! Sweet and Sour Tofu with Vegetables is an easy to prepare recipe that will have your family thinking you picked up Chinese take-out!

Vegetarian Orange Glazed Tofu
Easy vegetarian tofu recipe with an orange glaze; similar to an orange glazed chicken you might find at a Chinese restaurant. A sweet, spicy and tangy orange-glazed tofu. Toss in some veggies and serve over rice to make it a full vegetarian meal.

Vegetarian Tofu "Fish" Sticks
Make fishy-flavored vegetarian "fish sticks" using tofu and seaweed flakes. These easy baked or fried tofu mock-fish sticks are low in fat if you bake them, and will be a hit with the kids. Serve with a vegan tartar sauce, ketchup, or even ranch dressing or barbecue sauce.

Broccoli and Tofu in Garlic Sauce Recipe
Broccoli and tofu in garlic sauce is a vegan and vegetarian Indian-inspired entree that is easy to prepare.

Lemon Baked Tofu Recipe
If you like lemon chicken, try this vegetarian recipe for lemon baked tofu. Baking tofu is a simple way to prepare a perfect tofu every time. This lemon baked tofu is simply delish, so you may want to make a double batch!

Sesame Ginger Tofu Recipe
Baked tofu with sesame and ginger is an easy baked tofu recipe that is both vegetarian and vegan. This quick baked tofu recipe is inspired by the flavors of Asia. Simply whisk up a marinade and bake!

Crispy Fried Tofu Recipe
You can eat this fried tofu on its own, dipped in sauce, or, use your fried tofu to add to pasta sauces, stir fries or other recipes calling for tofu or fried tofu. This quick and easy sauteed tofu recipe is both vegetarian and vegan.

Crispy Fried Tofu Recipe
Fried Tofu is great on it's own or dipped in just about any kind of sauce. You can also use fried tofu in a vegetable stir-fry or noodle dish. This Chinese-inspired recipe is both vegetarian and vegan.

Vegetarian Tofu Chili Recipe
This vegetarian tofu chili recipe packs twice the protein punch with both beans and tofu. Chili is always a great idea to bring to a potluck, since it's easy to whip up a large batch, and this tofu chili recipe will be a hit with vegetarians and vegans alike.

Vegetarian Sloppy Joes with Tofu Recipe
Adults love sloppy joes just as much as kids do! This easy vegetarian sloppy joes recipe with tofu is a healthier and lower-fat version.

Red Curry Tofu and Veggies
This Thai inspired recipe for a basic red curry sauce will go best served over steamed white rice, though you could always eat it plain as a curry soup dish. Though the recipe calls for tofu, carrots, peas and baby corn, you can use just about any vegetable you have on hand, and adjust the cooking time accordingly if needed. This Thai red curry recipe is both vegetarian and vegan.

Tofu Veggie Burgers Recipe
Veggie burgers are so common these days you can find them in most grocery store freezers and restaurants. But why buy them when you can easily make your own? This easy recipe for vegetarian tofu veggie burgers is easy to make and great for an everyday lunch, dinner, picnic or potluck. Enjoy!

Old Bay Tofu "Fish" Cakes
These vegetarian tofu cakes are spiced with Old Bay to make a mock fish patty. Serve with a tartar sauce or a cocktail sauce.

Coconut and Tofu Curry Recipe
Although this vegetarian and vegan curry recipe isn't authentic to any ethnic cuisine per se, I find that the mild flavor really gets absorbed into the tofu and blends well with the rich coconut flavor. When served over rice, tofu curry makes for a great entree. If you're bored with the usual vegan recipes, or have some tofu on hand you need to use up, this easy dish is just right.

Thai Coconut Tofu Recipe
Thai Coconut Tofu Recipe

Barbecue Tofu Salad
Barbecue Tofu Salad

Chinese Five Spice Tofu Recipe
Chinese five spice is a unique taste that certainly isn't for everyone. If you have "undeveloped" Western taste-buds, you may want to cut the amount of five-spice required in half, or try a milder recipe for Chinese-style tofu. If, however, you want a genuine taste of Chinese cuisine in a vegetarian and vegan tofu recipe, try this recipe for Chinese five spice tofu.

Crock Pot Barbecue Tofu Recipe
Crock pot barbecue tofu is super easy. Just dump everything in the crock pot in the morning and you've got dinner when you come home at night! Serve over lettuce, or on toasted French bread.

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