Vegan Pork Belly
This vegan pork belly recipe is a delicious and savory alternative to the traditional meat dish. Made with plant-based ingredients, it's perfect for vegans and those looking to reduce their meat consumption.
Ingredients
- 1 block of firm tofu
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess water, then slice it into thick strips resembling pork belly.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to create a marinade.
- Place the tofu strips in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated, and let them marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the marinated tofu strips and cook until browned and crispy on both sides.
- Once cooked, remove the tofu from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Frying pan Bowl Tongs
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the vegan pork belly with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can brush the tofu strips with additional marinade while cooking.
Cost
$10