Tofu Lunch "Meat"
This easy vegan deli "meat" made with tofu is the perfect plant-based addition to sandwiches, wraps, or snack boards. Simple, customizable, and full of flavor!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 15-16 oz block Extra firm tofu or super firm tofu
- 1 cup water plus more as needed
- 2 tablespoons Better than bouillon veggie base or one of their other vegetarian flavors
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme or other fresh herbs
- ½ teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- If you’re using extra firm tofu, press it to release excess moisture. Super firm tofu does not need to be pressed. Prep the tofu by thinly slicing it with a vegetable peeler. You can make the slices as thin or as thick as you would like. Repeat until the whole block of tofu is sliced.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add in the water and the better than bouillon. Mix until dissolved and fully combined and then add in the thyme and the tofu strips in an even layer in the pan.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and let the tofu cook for 20 minutes, checking on it every few minutes to ensure there’s still enough liquid in the pan. You just want to maintain a thin layer for the tofu to simmer in. Add more water + bouillon as needed.
- Remove the tofu from the liquid and let cool. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week and ENJOY!
Notes
Tofu: I definitely suggest super firm to fu for this if you can find it. Trader Joe's makes an amazing one but you can also find it at other stores. If all else fails, I have made this with extra firm tofu before and it turns out great!
If you are unable to find the Better than Bouillon, you can use regular veggie broth, you may just want to add some salt and extra seasoning such as soy sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 1mg
