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Tofu Bacon

Thee Burger Dude
4.93 from 28 votes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 24 Slices

Ingredients
 
 

Bacon Marinade

  • 1/4 cup Neutral Oil (Vegetable, Canola, Avocado etc.)
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (use Tamari for Gluten-Free)
  • 2 tsp Liquid Smoke
  • 2 Tbsp Maple Syrup
  • 1 Tbsp Sriracha (optional for heat)
  • 3 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
  • 2 tsp MSG (optional for umami)
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika

Instructions
 

  • Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a large bowl.
  • Slice the tofu into thin strips using either a sharp knife, mandolin, or cheese slicer.
  • Dip each tofu strip in the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let the excess drip off.

Baking Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 F / 190 C
  • Line a large baking sheet either with parchment paper or a wire rack. After dipping tofu slices, add to to the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 25 minutes and flip. Bake for another 15 - 25 minutes, checking every 10 minutes or so to make sure you don't burn them. If you start to see any blackened edges, that's a good sign to pull them out. Don't worry if they aren't super crispy at this point. They will crisp up as they cool, so let them rest for a few minutes before digging in!

Air Fryer Method

  • Spray the Air Fryer basket or tray with a little oil. Add as many slices of tofu bacon as possible with out them overlapping. Air fry at 375 F / 190 C for 6 minutes. Flip and Air Fry for another 6 minutes or until crispy. Keep an eye on them to make sure they don't burn! They will crisp up more as they cool, so let them cool for a few minutes before digging in!

UPDATED & IMPROVED METHOD

  • I've found that the following is my favorite way to cook these. Slice the tofu thin. Spray with some cooking oil, and Air Fry at 375 for about 8 - 10 minutes or until they are browned and crispy.
  • Make a simplified Marinade with 1 Tbsp Vegan Mayo, 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 1/2 tsp Liquid Smoke, 1 Tbsp Vegan Worcestershire, 1 tsp Sriracha, 1 tsp MSG or Salt to taste. You can also use 1 - 2 tsp of Browning Sauce or Dark Soy Sauce for color.
  • Dip the air fried tofu slices in the marinade and cover thoroughly. Add back to the Air Fryer and continue to Air Fry for 2 - 3 minutes, keep an eye on them so they don't burn.
  • These are super crispy and delicious, enjoy immediately!
Keyword Bacon, Vegan Bacon
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