Marinated Smoky Tofu
This marinated smoky tofu is super easy to prepare and perfect for sandwiches (BLT style), buddha bowls or even with noodles. Made by soaking slices of tofu in a simple smoky marinade, then roasting in a pan until crispy and caramelized. It is SO flavorful and a much easier and accessible version compared to an actual smoked tofu recipe.
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 55kcal
Ingredients
- 454 g extra firm tofu
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 ½ tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 ½ tsp liquid smoke
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 large clove of garlic crushed
Instructions
To make the smoky tofu:
- Do a quick tofu press: Roll the block of tofu in a few layers of paper towel or a clean hand towel, keep in between 2 plates and add an few heavy books on top. Set aside for at least 30 minutes, but try pressing for 1 hours if you can.
- While the tofu is pressing, make the marinade by combining the rest of the ingredients in a large shallow dish.
- When the tofu is done pressing, slice it in 8 equal slices (about ¼-1/2 inch width). Then, transfer them to the marinade and move/flip the slices around to make sure every sides have been covered. Let sit for 1-2 hours, flipping the tofu once in a while. Can also be marinated overnight.
- When done marinating, warm a large pan on medium-high heat. You can use a small amount of oil to prevent the slices from sticking to the pan and make the smoky tofu a little crispier or you can cook without oil by using a non-stick pan. When warmed up, transfer the tofu to the pan leaving the extra marinade back in the dish. Cook the slices on each side for a few minutes until browned and a little caramelized, while adding some more of the marinade once in a while (this is better than pouring the whole marinade in the pan as it will burn). This should take 10-15 minutes.
- Serve in sandwiches, buddha bowls or at breakfast to replace bacon.
Notes
- Store the leftover tofu in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Re-heat the tofu by roasting the slices once more in the pan until warmed up (or if in a rush, then use the microwave)
- Make a Vegan BLT Sandwich: spread some dijon, vegan cashew mayo or your favorite spread, then top with the smoky tofu, lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber.
- Make a bowl with the tofu: top brown rice and roasted vegetables with the tofu and drizzle with the leftover marinade. You can cut your tofu in cubes before adding to the marinade.
- To serve at breakfast: pairs very well with scrambled silken tofu, toast and oil-free lemon roasted potatoes.
- The total prep time was estimated at 2 hours including 1 hour for pressing the tofu + 1 hour minimum for marinating.
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
Nutrition
Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg