Add this vegan Tofu Bacon to your favorite sandwich (like a vegan BLT), or a salad. It is smoky and sweet.
Vegan Bacon Substitute
I think I have said this before, but I will say it again. In the seventeen years that I have been vegan, I have never bought bacon analogues (bacon alternatives). I haven’t craved bacon, or anything resembling it.
So why make a Tofu Bacon recipe now? Because I know that there are people out there transitioning to plant based foods that want a bacon substitute.
Yes, I realize that there are umpteen different recipes out there already for vegan bacon, but I also know that sometimes people need a new messenger to deliver the message.
There are many authors that talk about the Law of Attraction, but I only gravitate towards a few of them, even though they are all basically saying the same thing.
Besides, I thought it would be good to add Tofu Bacon to my culinary repertoire, and I love tofu.
Vegan BLT Sandwich
Recently, I have fallen in love with Pamela’s
So instead of using tiny slices of brown rice bread or brown rice tortillas that fall apart, which are my normal vegan gluten free go-to bread products, I get to make artisan style bread that I can make into the shapes and sizes that I want.
They taste great and do not fall apart! Pictured below is a Vegan BLAT made with Pamela’s.
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How To Make Tofu Bacon
- Drain and press the tofu for at least 15 to 30 minutes. This gets all the moisture out, improves its texture, and helps to hold its shape.
- Marinate the tofu for at least an hour to overnight so that it can absorb the flavors.
- Cook for several minutes until crispy.
- Easy, right!
Vegan Bacon Recipe
This vegan bacon recipe is sweet and savory. Add it to a sandwich or your favorite dish. It may not taste like bacon, but it does have a smoky flavor that is sure to satisfy.
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Tofu Bacon
Add this vegan Tofu Bacon to your favorite sandwich (like a vegan BLT), or a salad. It is smoky and sweet.
Ingredients
- 15 oz. extra firm tofu drained and pressed
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1/4 cup low sodium gluten free tamari
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
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Slice tofu about 1/8" thick.
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Mix marinade ingredients (except olive oil). Pour over tofu and let sit for at least an hour to overnight.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Place marinated tofu in pan, and cook for several minutes on each side. Spoon some of the marinade on top. Cook both sides until crispy*.
*Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.
kage2015 says
You always come up with some great recipes for my non meat eating friends. They will love this when I fix it for them.
Willow Moon says
Thanks Kage!
Lauren says
I think this sounds very interesting! I love trying different flavors and this looks like a fun way to switch up my tofu dishes!
Miss Melissa (@Melissamchee) says
What a unique idea for a BLT.
Allan Liwanag says
This is yummy. I love tofu. It’s my food for everyday. I haven’t tried this recipe and the use of tamari. Will definitely consider this one.
Willow Moon says
I could eat tofu daily also!
Urban Bliss Life (@UrbanBlissLife) says
I was a vegetarian for a brief part of my life and I have to admit: it was bacon that brought me back to the non-vegetarian side, so I appreciate your recipe for tofu bacon!
Willow Moon says
Thanks, I hope you try it and like it!
rebecca says
My other half loves bacon. I’ve been dying to try a bacon substitute that will work for him as well as me since I don’t eat meat. Definitely trying this.
Willow Moon says
I hope you like it! If not, don’t give up! There are so many different ways to make vegan bacon.
Erica@ Erica Everyday says
YUm- very creative sub for bacon!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Erica!
Jimmy D Warrick says
This recipe is amazing! My first time making tofu I actually loved! Thanks so much!
Willow Moon says
Thanks Jimmy! I am so glad you liked it!
Mich says
When marinating do refrig.?
Willow Moon says
If you are marinating for an hour, then it doesn’t have to be refrigerated. If you are marinating overnight, then yes.
Francine says
No, this doesn’t taste like bacon, but it sure is good! Great flavors!
Chris says
Tofu can never be bacon, and bacon can never be tofu.
SKS says
can i freeze the marination if i wanted to make it part of my daily meal for a week ?
Willow Moon says
I haven’t tried freezing it because I eat it up quickly. I read that really salty ingredients don’t freeze well, so if you do try it I would try it with the low sodium tamari.
Ian Moffatt says
Was very good – will make again this weekend, with a touch of chilli.
Just being a bit pedantic here though – your pic shows spinach leaves and not lettuce doesn’t it?
Not a BLT then. BST maybe but not BLT 😉