SWAP 4 P+ SPAGHETTI FOR 0 P+ TOFU SHIRATAKI OR SPAGHETTI SQUASH! - I love spaghetti squash & have heard of, but never tried, Tofu Shirtaki but this Hungry Girl posting has compelled me to try it (if I can find it!). If youve tried it, let us know what you think! Its going on my shopping list! LTL FROM HUNGRY GIRL: Its no secret that I love House Foods Tofu Shirataki. In fact, I think its the worlds best pasta swap. Yes, the noodles are a bit bouncier than regular pasta. And, sure, the fact that they come floating in liquid is a little odd. But dont be scared! As long as you prep them right, theyre AMAZING. Its definitely worth mastering tofu shirataki, considering an entire 2-serving bag has just 20 calories! Heres a little guide to help you out... Tofu Shirataki and Spaghetti Squash Five Steps to Tofu Shirataki Perfection Step 1: Empty your noodles into a strainer, and rinse them thoroughly. The liquid theyre packed in is the source of the scent, so getting rid of all traces of it is crucial. Step 2: Dry the noodles thoroughly (the key word in shirataki prep) by blotting with paper towels and firmly squeezing out as much moisture as possible. Yes, youll go through a lot of paper towels. Yes, its worth it. Step 3: Cut the noodles up a bit; they can be long and unwieldy. Kitchen shears (a.k.a. scissors used only for food) make this super easy. Step 4: Bring a skillet sprayed with nonstick spray to medium-high heat. Cook and stir noodles until most of the excess liquid has evaporated, a minute or two. If youd rather microwave them, youll want to blot them once more afterward.
Posted on: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 13:17:55 +0000