This avocado sauce is vibrant, impossibly creamy, packed with healthy fats, and so easy to make it feels like cheating.
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How To Make Avocado Sauce
- My Tried and True Tips
- Endless Ways to Use
- Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
Tired of the same old heavy, cream-based sauces? This avocado sauce is a total game changer. In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this velvety green goodness that will become your new best friend. It’s the perfect blend of fresh, zesty, and herbaceous flavours.
There’s no cooking involved, no complicated techniques, just a handful of fresh ingredients and a blender.
The Magic of Avocado
The smooth, buttery texture of avocado is a natural substitute for dairy, giving you all the richness of a traditional cream sauce without the heaviness. Plus, avocados are loaded with monounsaturated fats, which are great for heart health, and are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Ripe Avocado with soft, easy to blend pulp. Do. not use semi ripe one as it will not blend to a smooth consistency.
- Tofu to give a creamy texture and boost the protein content of the sauce. Non vegans like replace tofu with paneer, feta, or cottage cheese
- Fresh Herbs like cilantro, mint, chives, dill, parsley, or Italian basil. I use a combination of mint and cilantro.
- Jalapeno or any mildly spicy green chilli, deseeded, optional for a spicy kick.
- Avocado Oil, Lime Juice, Garlic, Salt, and Pepper
- Cold Water to blend the dip.
How To MakeAvocado Sauce
Combine Ingredients:
- Place the avocado flesh, cilantro, mint, lime juice, minced garlic, and the seeded jalapeño (if using) into a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add Liquid:
- Pour in the avocado oil, salt, pepper, and lime juice while running the blender.
Blend Until Smooth:
- Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if necessary to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Add cold water. Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds.
Check Consistency: The sauce should be thick and easy to spread like avocado hummus .
Store: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container. The lime juice acts as a natural preservative, but for best results, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the sauce before sealing the container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
My Tried and True Tips
- Choose the Right Avocado: The success of this sauce hinges on using perfectly ripe avocados. Look for avocados that are dark green and give slightly to gentle pressure. If they are too hard, the sauce will be lumpy. If they are too soft, they may have a stringy texture.
- Don’t Skip the Tofu : It is a total game changing ingredient and give the avocado sauce a cheese spread like consistency.
- Lime Juice is everything: It is a non-negotiable ingredient. Besides adding a zesty flavour, its acidity is what keeps the sauce from browning. The more lime you add, the longer the sauce will stay vibrant and green.
- Control the Consistency: The amount of water you use is entirely up to you. Start with a tablespoon, and if you want a thinner dressing, you can slowly add more. For a thicker, more spreadable sauce for sandwiches or toast, use less water.
Endless Ways to Use
This avocado sauce is so versatile, you’ll find yourself putting it on everything.
- Tacos, Burritos, and Bowls: This is the most popular use for a reason. Drizzle it over your favourite chicken, or veggie tacos for a creamy, refreshing finish. It also works wonders in burrito bowls, nachos , and quesadillas.
- Salad Dressing: Thin it out with a little extra water or lime juice, and you have an incredible, dairy-free salad dressing that’s way better than anything from a bottle.
- Dip for Everything: Serve it with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables like carrots and bell peppers, or as a creamy dip for smashed potatoes .
- Sandwich or Toast Spread: Use it in place of mayonnaise or butter on sandwiches, wraps, or as a sophisticated spread for morning toast.
- Pasta Sauce: For a light and creamy pasta dish, simply toss it with your favourite pasta and a few cherry tomatoes.
More Sauce Recipes:
- Schezwan Sauce
- Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- Spicy Peanut Sauce
- Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce
- Greek Cucumber Sauce
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 ripe avocado diced
- ▢ 50 gram tofu, cut into cubes
- ▢ 5 – 6 fresh mint leaves
- ▢ 2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed
- ▢ ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ▢ ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
- ▢ 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- ▢ 1 lime, juiced
- ▢ 1 green chilli, deseeded
- ▢ Handful of cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Place the avocado flesh, cilantro, mint, lime juice, minced garlic, and the seeded jalapeño (if using) into a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Pour in the avocado oil, salt, pepper, and lime juice while running the blender.
- Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if necessary to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated.Add cold water. Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds. The sauce should be thick and easy to spread.
- Transfer the sauce to an airtight container. The lime juice acts as a natural preservative. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Recipe Notes:
- Adjusting the Heat: The jalapeño is optional, but it adds a wonderful, subtle kick. If you want more heat, you can add the seeds as well. For a milder flavor, omit the jalapeño entirely.
- Chilli Flakes, Oregano are some optional add-one for flavour.
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Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado diced
- 50 gram tofu, cut into cubes
- 5 - 6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or crushed
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 green chilli, deseeded
- Handful of cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Place the avocado flesh, cilantro, mint, lime juice, minced garlic, and the seeded jalapeño (if using) into a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Pour in the avocado oil, salt, pepper, and lime juice while running the blender.
- Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if necessary to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated.Add cold water. Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 30-60 seconds. The sauce should be thick and easy to spread.
- Transfer the sauce to an airtight container. The lime juice acts as a natural preservative. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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Notes
- Adjusting the Heat: The jalapeño is optional, but it adds a wonderful, subtle kick. If you want more heat, you can add the seeds as well. For a milder flavor, omit the jalapeño entirely.
- Chilli Flakes, Oregano are some optional add-one for flavour.
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Are you looking for a healthy and tasty weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes? Try this Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry recipe.
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How To Make Teriyaki Tofu
- Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry
This Teriyaki Tofu swaps out the traditional meat for tofu, making it a perfect choice for vegetarians, vegans , or anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based protein into their diet.
The magic of stir fry lies in the incredible balance of flavours: the salty umami of the teriyaki and soy sauce, the subtle kick of chilli, and, of course, the distinct, taste and aroma of fresh Kaffir lime leaves and basil. The dish is inspired by the classic Thai dish Pad Krapow.
Why You’ll Love This Tofu Recipe
- Quick and Easy: From start to finish, this dish is ready in 30 minutes.
- Customizable: Adjust the spice level to your liking. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers, green beans, or mushrooms.
- Healthy and Nutritious: Tofu is an excellent source of plant-based protein.
- Vegan and Gluten Free: It is a vegan main course with no gluten or added sugar. Total win win for healthy eaters!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Firm Tofu , pressed and crumbled. I highly recommend crumbling it rather than chopping or grating it.
- Sauce is a mix of teriyaki sauce, dark soy sauce (gf), sweet chilli sauce, and water/ stock .
- Kaffir Lime Leaves and Basil takes this teriyaki tofu up a notch.
- Potato Starch to thicken the sauce and give it a luscious consistency.
- Sesame Oil gives a nutty, sweet flavour to the stir fry.
- For Stir Fry you need garlic, ginger, onion, salt, pepper, and green onion.
- White Sesame Seeds or crushed peanuts for the crunch.
How To Make Teriyaki Tofu
1. Prepare the Tofu:
- First to remove excess water from tofu.
- Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and place something heavy on top (like a cast iron skillet or a few cookbooks) for at least 15 minutes. Once pressed, crumble the tofu to get that minced texture.
2. Fry the Tofu:
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the crumbled tofu in a single layer, season it with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tofu is slight brown. This usually takes about 2 – 3 minutes.
- Add ginger, garlic, onion, and saute for a minute.
3. Mix the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chilli sauce, chilli flakes, kaffir lime, starch, and water/ stock .
4. Bring It All Together:
- Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and let it bubble and thicken slightly, about 1 minute.
- Turn off the heat and immediately add the fresh Thai basil leaves and green onion. Stir gently until the basil has just wilted.
Serve Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry with jasmine rice, quinoa, or shirataki rice. To make a complete bowl meal, serve it with add ons like a drizzle of chilli oil , cucumber salad or kimchi , shredded carrot, steamed edamame, garlicky broccoli , or stir fried vegetables .
More Ways To Eat Tofu
- Crispy Tofu
- Tofu Palak Paneer
- Quinoa Fried Rice
- Chinese Silken Tofu
- Tofu Vegetable Stir Fry
Ingredients
- ▢ 200 gram firm tofu
- ▢ ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon crushed black pepper or to taste
- ▢ 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- ▢ 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ▢ ½ tablespoon minced ginger
- ▢ 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ▢ 2 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoon sweet chilli sauce
- ▢ 1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
- ▢ 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped
- ▢ 1 tablespoon corn starch or potato starch
- ▢ 1 Cup water or vegetable stock
- ▢ 2 sprigs green onion, finely chopped
- ▢ handful of Thai Basil
- ▢ 1 teaspoon white sesame seeds
Instructions
- First to remove excess water from tofu. Wrap the block of tofu in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and place something heavy on top (like a cast iron skillet or a few cookbooks) for at least 15 minutes. Once pressed, crumble the tofu to get that minced texture.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the crumbled tofu in a single layer, season it with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tofu is slight brown. This usually takes about 2 – 3 minutes. Add ginger, garlic, onion, and saute for a minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, chilli sauce, chilli flakes, kaffir lime, starch, and water/ stock .
- Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and let it bubble and thicken slightly, about 1 minute. Turn off the heat and immediately add the fresh Thai basil leaves and green onion. Stir gently until the basil has just wilted.
- Serve Teriyaki Tofu Stir Fry with jasmine rice, quinoa, or shirataki rice.
Recipe Notes:
- Can I skip adding Kaffir Lime? It is highly recommended. If not available, add lemon grass stem or lime zest.
- Starch thickens the sauce. But it does nothing for the taste. So if you are not peculiar about the consistency of the sauce, skip adding starch.
- Tofu does not require lot of cooking. So don’t simmer the sauce or saute the tofu for way too long. It will become chewy.
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