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Tofu Deli Meat

Thee Burger Dude
5 from 1 vote
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Course Sandwiches
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

Seasonings

  • Olive Oil
  • Lemon Juice (or Vinegar)
  • Garlic Powder (to taste)
  • Onion Powder (to taste)
  • Dried Oregano (to taste)
  • Dried Basil (to taste)
  • Salt & Pepper (to taste)

Other Seasoning Options

  • Smoked Paprika
  • Ground Sage
  • Dried Rosemary
  • Dried Thyme

Instructions
 

  • First slice your tofu as thin as you'd like. You can use a sharp knife, but I prefer a mandoline slicer!
    If using a mandoline, I like to flip over or turn the tofu 180 degrees after every slice. Sometimes the corner of the block will start to break or crumble off if you put too much pressure on it. So changing that up will help it retain it's shape.
  • Drizzle some olive oil,into a 12" non-stick skillet over medium - medium high heat. Preheat the oil for a minute or so, and then add some of the tofu slices. I was able to do 4 at a time, but just make sure you don't crowd the pan.
  • Using a spatula lightly move the tofu slices around to coat them in oil. Sprinkle on any seasoning you like to taste.
    I like using Salt, Pepper, Garlic and Onion Powder, Dried Basil and Dried Oregano, maybe Smoked Paprika! Literally whatever seasoning you like. Just give the tofu slices a nice coating of it.
  • After about a minute, carefully flip the slices over and season the other side. Cook for another minute and flip the slices again. For me, they were usually done at this point, but if you'd like to brown them more, or get some crispy edges, feel free to cook them longer.
    Just season and cook them to your preference! Be mindful not to burn the dried seasonings to avoid a bitter taste too!
    Finish off with a squeeze of lemon juice for a little zip!
  • Once they are cooked how you like, remove them from the pan and let them rest on a plate or wire rack lined baking sheet.
  • Repeat with the rest of the slices until they are all cooked. If you notice that there's a bit of dried herbs in the pan, you can carefully wipe them out with a paper towel to avoid burning them.
  • Use right away in a sandwich or store for later in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 - 4 days.

Notes

*I recommend using Super Firm Tofu, the kind that's vacuum packed. If you can only find Extra Firm, you'll need to press it for at least 30 minutes to get rid of the excess water.
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