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These yummy vegan smoked tofu recipes will inspire you to use this underrated vegan source of protein!
For me, Smoked Tofu is one of my all time favourite ingredients to use in my kitchen. It's versatile, tasty and easy to use. I sometimes even just slice it and eat it from the block!
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Smoked tofu is firm tofu that has been smoked in a smoker with damp wood chips to create smoke (like salmon or charcuterie sometimes is) This smoking process makes it already pre-cooked, so you can eat it right away, which makes it ideal for use in sandwiches and salads.
It's also delicious grilled, or used as protein rich flavour bomb in place of animal protein in stews and soups or in pasta dishes. Smoked tofu tends to be firm in texture, so you don't have to worry about using a tofu press or pressing it between paper towels.
Different brands of smoked tofu vary in intensity of flavor, so try a few out if you can to discover your favorite. In the UK (where I live) Taifun and Tofoo brands are the easiest to find in grocery stores.
Check out these inspirational Smoked Tofu Recipes to help you decide how you will eat it first!
🥪Sandwiches
Whether you grill the smoked tofu or just slice and use it as is, it makes a great addition to sandwiches. Layer it up like a BLT with your favorite barbecue sauce or use thin slices Scandi style on an open faced sandwich.
The Vegan Tofu Bacon BLT Sandwich
Smokey Tofu bacon with lettuce and tomato. Everything you want in a sandwich but with no cruelty! Totally delicious!
This yummy vegan grilled cheese sandwich is layered with loads of veggies and smoked tofu.
Scandi Inspired Smoked Tofu Sandwich
Yummy vegan sandwich using smoked tofu instead of traditional meat or fish!
This is a giant sandwich with loads of flavours and textures that will really satisfy. The smoked tofu takes the place of where you would usually add deli meat.
🍜Pasta and Noodles
Smoked tofu is delicious used as a bacon or pork substitute in noodle and pasta dishes. Use tofu cubes to mimic pancetta in carbonara or slice and use in some ramen noodles.
Creamy Vegan Tantanmen Ramen with Smoked Tofu
Add some slices of smoked tofu to your ramen noodles for an instantly delicious pork substitute.
Rice Noodle Ramen with Smoked Tofu and Vegetables.
Another ramen dish, but this one is made with a clear broth. Equally delicious with smoked tofu.
This simple salad is perfect for hot summer days. Use crunchy veggies and smoked tofu for a satisfying meal.
🥗Salads
Once again, smoked tofu can be used either grilled or just cut up and tossed through salads. I like to make a delicious caesar salad with tahini dressing and smoked tofu in place of bacon. For extra flavour, make crispy tofu by first frying it in a little oil. Alternatively, add some parchment paper to a baking tray, spritz slices of smoked tofu with a little oil and bake.
Smoked Tofu and Sweet Potato Salad.
Delicious salad that is packed with veggies as well as protein rich smoked tofu.
Smoked Tofu and Hummus Buddah Bowl.
Different flavours and textures make this wholesome bowl a deliciously easy way to eat healthily.
Vegan Caesar Salad with Chickpea Croutons
The crunch, the garlic, the creamy dressing and the lettuce and the yummy chickpea croutons! This vegan take on the classic Caesar is delicious !
🍲Soups and Stews
Use little pieces of smoked tofu cut up and fried like a bacon garnish on soup or chunks of smoked tofu in a rich, saucy stew. For added flavour, fry in a little olive oil or sesame oil to really bring out that smoky punch.
Vegan Yellow Split Pea and 'Ham' Soup
A vegan version of the classic Pea & Ham Soup. As wholesome, warming & comforting as the original, but much more kind!
Vegan Goulash with Smoked Tofu and Potatoes
Smoked tofu makes a delicious addition to a saucy goulash.
Mushroom and Smoked Tofu Bourguignon
A rich Mushroomy vegan French inspired dish that's full of red wine and delicious warming flavours. Perfect for cozying up on dark winter nights.
Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon Pie
A delicious vegan pie made with rich Mushroom Bourguinon as a filling.
🥘Pizza and Paella
Add smokey tofu slices on top of pizza, flatbreads or tossed through paella is an easy way to amp up the flavors without any cruelty.
This is a vegan version of paella is rich with veggies plus has smoked tofu to replace the traditional meat.
Vegan BBQ Pizza with Avocado Sauce
A healthy pizza topped with layers of smoked tofu, chickpeas and an avocado sauce.
Flammkuchen is typical of Southern Germany and is usually laden with cheese and meat. This version is vegan and uses smoked tofu in place of the traditional smoked ham.
Sides and Snacks
If you love sushi, or making veggie sides, smoked tofu is your flavorful friend. Add a little to your next dish or incorporate it into budda bowls.
Smoked Tofu makes a delicious filling for sushi rolls. Add extra fresh veggies and pickles for an easy to make lunch.
Cranberry, Chestnut and Tofu 'bacon' Brussel Sprouts
Delicious Christmas side dish with everyone's favourite - Brussel sprouts! This dish puts Festive cranberries and facon (made from smoked tofu) with the sprouts for a delicious stir- fried dish, perfect to impress guests at Christmas dinner.
DIY Smoked Tofu
Don't panic if you can't find smoked tofu to buy, you can cheat it with a delicious marinade and DIY it.
All you need to do is add combination of liquid smoke, maple syrup and soy sauce into a sealed container, along with some thick slices of extra-firm tofu that have had some of their moister content removed by dabbing with a clean kitchen towel. . It then gets marinated for a few hours, before grilling or bbqing or adding to the recipe you need it in!
Smoky Tofu in the Air Fryer or Oven
If you can't find smoked tofu in the shops, use this method to make your own.
Storage:
To keep your opened package of smoked tofu fresh, pop it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 or 4 days.
If you have a smoked tofu recipe you love, do let me know! I'm always on the lookout for new ways to use this underrated but delicious vegan protein.
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