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TOTALLY TOFU

Tofu & Mayonnaise Dips
Makes 8 fl oz
Low in fat and calories and entirely free of cholesterol, this mayonnaise will keep for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Can be vegan*


Ingredients:

1 packet firm silken tofu, drained
1tbsp white wine vinegar or lemon juice
2 tbsp safflower or sunflower oil
1 tsp salt
pinch turmeric (optional)
little milk or soya milk*

Method:

1 Place all the ingredients into a liquidiser and process for 20 seconds or until the ingredients are smooth and creamy.

2 Add a little milk at this stage if you require a thinner consistency but not if making any of the following dips.

3 Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Serving suggestions. Serve in the usual way or add any of the following seasonings to make into dips:

AVOCADO - 1 well ripened avocado liquidised into the mayonnaise.
Add a couple of tbsp of very finely chopped onion for texture if required.

CHEESE AND GARLIC - 2 tbsp grated vegetarian cheese and 2 tsp powdered or 1 clove minced garlic.

CURRY - ½ tsp curry powder. Chopped onion may be added.

GARLIC AND HERB - 1 clove garlic, crushed, and 1 tsp freshly chopped herbs.

GARLIC AND DILL - 1 clove garlic, crushed, and ¼tsp dill seeds topped with freshly chopped parsley.

GINGER - 1 tsp grated ginger root and a pinch of chilli powder (mild or hot according to taste).

HERB - 1 level tsp of freshly chopped coriander or basil.


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Other recipes in this series:
Tofu & Mayonnaise Dips
recipes by Chris Hardisty
from The Vegetarian June 1992
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