Vegan Tofu Bacon
Making vegan tofu bacon from scratch has never been easier! This smoky and utterly delicious vegan bacon alternative is something you can easily whip up at home - and trust me, you won’t miss the real thing.
Servings :
Calories : 118kcal
Ingredients
- 9 oz (260 g) extra firm tofu
Vegan Bacon Marinade
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce, or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon ground smoked paprika, or regular ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Wrap the tofu in a paper towel and press to remove excess water (or use a tofu press). Slice the tofu thinly and place the slices in a deep bowl, baking dish, or Tupperware.
- In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients for the marinade. Pour the marinade over the tofu slices and let them soak for at least 15 minutes. → If you have time, marinate the tofu overnight in the fridge for extra flavor!
- Preheat the oven to 355°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the tofu slices in a single layer. Drizzle with half of the remaining marinade.
- Bake the tofu for 20 minutes, then take the sheet out, flip the slices, and drizzle with the remaining marinade. Bake for another 15 minutes, or until the tofu is a deep, dark brown.
- Enjoy the tofu bacon warm or cold! It’s perfect for making vegan BLT sandwiches, adding to salads, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Portion Size: This recipe makes enough for about 4 BLT sandwiches, but feel free to double it if needed!
- Storage: Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Tofu Flexibility: No need to stress if you don't have exactly 9 oz of tofu. A little more or less works just fine.
- Liquid smoke is crucial for that signature smoky bacon flavor and can't be substituted.
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Nutrition
Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 815mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg
