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Crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwich

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This BBQ Tofu sandwich lathers sweet and tangy BBQ sauce onto crispy tofu for a meatless sandwich option that is packed with texture and flavor.
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan
Keyword 30 Minutes or Less, BBQ Tofu, Tofu, Vegan BBQ
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 1 sandwich
Author Marley Goldin

Equipment

Ingredients

BBQ Tofu Sandwich

  • 7 ounces extra-firm tofu 7 oz usually = ½ block
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 bun of choice

Optional Topping Ideas (choose your faves!)

  • 2 slices fresh tomato
  • 1 handful fresh spinach or arugula
  • 1 piece iceberg lettuce
  • 1 slice cheese dairy or plant-based
  • ¼ cup caramelized onions and mushrooms
  • 1 sliced jalapeno
  • 1 sliced dill pickle
  • ¼ large red onion, sliced

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  • Drain your tofu using a tofu press—or manually by placing it between a clean, folded kitchen towel and putting something heavy on top—for at least 5 minutes.
    7 ounces extra-firm tofu
  • Slice your tofu into 4 thick strips and press one more time with a clean towel to absorb any excess liquid.
  • Use a pastry brush to coat all sides of the tofu with olive oil (or toss the tofu in olive oil).
    1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Sprinkle cornstarch on both sides of your tofu strips and lay them out flat on a baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping one another.
    2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Bake for 15 minutes, remove from the oven to flip, and then bake for another 10-15 more minutes. Check on your tofu regularly. You'll know your tofu strips are done when they start to turn golden brown.
  • Remove the tofu from the oven and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before coating with a generous amount of BBQ Sauce.
    ¼ cup BBQ sauce
  • Assemble your sandwich by placing the BBQ tofu on the bottom half of the bun and stacking your toppings of choice on top. Add the other half of the bun and enjoy!
    1 bun of choice, 1 handful fresh spinach or arugula, 1 piece iceberg lettuce, 1 slice cheese, ¼ cup caramelized onions and mushrooms, 1 sliced jalapeno, 1 sliced dill pickle, ¼ large red onion, sliced, 2 slices fresh tomato

Notes

  • You can toast your bun if you prefer.
  • Make sure to sprinkle the cornstarch on top of the tofu evenly. It will absorb excess liquid to make your tofu nice and crunchy, but too much can leave a bitter taste.
  • Find more delicious meat-free recipes in this collection of my best meatless meals!
  • For more tofu-based recipes, check out this round-up of my best tofu recipes.