Episode 7: Shredded What?

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You will not believe what happens to a block of extra-firm tofu when you shred it on a grater. Melissa’s recipe for Shredded Tofu with Spicy Ground Chicken and Edamame comes together in less than 15 minutes and is a master technique for the weeknight cook. The ground chicken is a seasoning here, not the main event and a good lesson in how paying attention to the details of an ingredient, here the texture, can change the way you use it. Also, other unexpected ideas for shredded tofu, the importance of heating a pan before sautéing – and stop stirring!

Suggested Links from Episode:

• Heidi Swanson books

• Cuisinart Boxed grater

• All-Clad classic 3-quart, 10 1/2-inch, straight-sided sauté pan with lid