Phytoestrogen Breakfast Loaf
Published in Recipes - Tofu and Tempeh on 09 October 2011 by Melbourne Holistic Health Group
This recipe was created with the intention of providing a healthy breakfast loaf rich in phytoestrogens (oestrogen-like compounds found in plants) and low in sugar. As discussed within this newsletter, phytoestrogens, especially isoflavones found in soy, may be beneficial for some perimenopausal women in relieving low oestrogen symptoms such as vaginal dryness and hot flushes. This breakfast loaf is tasty,…
Simple Braised Tofu
Published in Recipes - Tofu and Tempeh on 09 October 2011 by Melbourne Holistic Health Group
Serves 4 This is one of the simplest recipes that uses tofu, and there’s not flavour compromise with ginger, garlic, chilli (if desired) and tamari. Tofu contains good levels of phyto-oestrogens to help with hot flushes and other menopausal symptoms but is good for everyone. This recipe takes minutes to make and can be on the table within 20 minutes…
Spaghetti with Beef and Tofu Bolognaise
Published in Recipes - Tofu and Tempeh on 09 October 2011 by Melbourne Holistic Health Group
Serves 4 - 6 Spaghetti bolognaise is many people’s favourite, but this version has an unexpected twist to the usual beef (animal-derived protein) – the addition of tofu (vegetable-derived protein) and bacon. The sauce is rich and flavoursome. Adding tofu brings down the saturated fat content of the recipe whilst retaining a high protein content. Fresh herbs do taste best,…
Vegetable, Tofu and Miso Soup with Egg 'Ribbons'
Published in Recipes - Tofu and Tempeh on 09 October 2011 by Melbourne Holistic Health Group
Serves 2-3 This is a meal in a bowl that’s quick to prepare and nutritious. It is one of our recipes that combines vegetable-derived protein (tofu and miso) and animal-derived protein (egg). If you like the miso soup served in Japanese restaurants, you will be familiar with the fine wakame pieces that float in the soup. It is added here…
Roasted Pumpkin Tofu Curry
Published in Recipes - Tofu and Tempeh on 09 October 2011 by Melbourne Holistic Health Group
Tofu and brown rice-sounds very much like what the naturopath would recommend! This is a delicious way to incorporate these foods into your diet, especially if you have been reluctant to cook with tofu. The recipe can be modified to cater for as many people as required - or the leftovers can be taken for lunch. Pumpkin is one of…
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