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.

Vegan Pork Belly

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

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess water, then slice it into thick strips resembling pork belly.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Place the tofu strips in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated, and let them marinate for 30 minutes.
  4. 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.
  5. 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