Vegan Bacon
Ingredients
The tofu
-
16
ounces
firm or extra firm tofu
The marinade
-
2
tablespoons
soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
-
2
tablespoons
smoked shoyu (or regular soy sauce + liquid smoke)
-
3
tablespoons
maple syrup
-
1 ½
teaspoons
smoked paprika
-
1
teaspoon
ground coriander
-
½
teaspoon
black pepper
-
⅛
teaspoon
chipotle powder (or canned)
The cooking oil
-
1–2
tablespoons
coconut oil (or other oil suitable for medium-high heat)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Drain and slice the tofu into 1/8" thick slabs or 1-inch strips and lay them on an oiled sheet pan.
- Mix the soy sauce, smoked shoyu, maple syrup, smoked paprika, coriander, black pepper, and chipotle powder, then spoon half of the mixture over the tofu and bake for 15 minutes.
- Carefully flip the tofu and baste with the remaining marinade, then bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let the tofu cool for 15 minutes or refrigerate until ready to use.
- Heat a skillet and fry the tofu in oil over medium heat until crisp, about 1-2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
93
Total fat
4.6g
Total carbohydrates
8.2g
Total protein
5.6g
Sodium
114.1mg
Cholesterol
0mg
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