vegan meat replacement

Try making this simple vegan Spam recipe for your next lunch or dinner. It&#39;s high in protein, full of hickory-smoked flavor, and entirely plant-based!

Quick & Easy Vegan Spam

extra-firm tofu (3.42)

tamari* (0.20)

maple syrup (0.16)

liquid smoke (0.05)

rice wine vinegar (0.10)

garlic powder (0.01)

¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (0.01)

beetroot powder (0.02)

water

sesame oil (0.16)

Drain the tofu, then wrap it in a towel and press for 15-20 minutes (a cast-iron skillet works great for this).

Slice it in half or thirds to make thin rectangles. Cut each one into small rectangular shapes (you should get about 6-8 pieces out of this recipe).

Round the corners, if desired, to make them look more like spam. Save the little bits for a stir-fry or salad!

Tofu

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, rice wine vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, beetroot powder, and water.

Poke small holes in the tofu slices with a toothpick or skewer, then transfer them to the marinade. Cover and let them sit in the marinade for 30-60 minutes (the longer, the better).

Marinade

Once the tofu has marinated, heat sesame oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-low. Cook the tofu slices (with leftover marinade) for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and the marinade has thickened. Happy eating!

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A delicious plant-based alternative to the traditional holiday dish.

Vegan Ham Recipe

tofu

(or more to taste)

soy sauce (tamari if gluten-free)

tbsp dijon mustard

maple syrup

apple cider vinegar

paprika

garlic (minced)

orange (zest only)

tbsp molasses

cinnamon

balsamic glaze

orange (same one you zested, juiced)

First, press the tofu, either using a tofu presser, or by wrapping in a clean cloth and topping with something heavy, like a stack of books. Allow the excess liquid to press out for around 20 minutes. 

Once pressed, slice the tofu blocks in half length wise. Carefully score the top in a cross stitch pattern. 

In a Tupperware container or reusable bag, combine the marinade ingredients. Transfer the tofu to the container and using a bbq brush, cover with the marinade. Allow to set for at least an hour, up to overnight in the fridge. 

Preheat the oven to 375F. Remove the tofu from the marinade, reserving excess for a salad dressing if desired. Transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet, and add the cloves into the cross stitch connecting points, and bake for 20 minutes, until browned slightly. 

While the tofu bakes, prepare the glaze. Combine the listed glaze ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, until thickened slightly. 

Remove the tofu hams from the oven, and using a bbq brush, liberally cover the “hams” with the glaze. Place back in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until caramelized on the outside. You can put on broil to caramelize for the last 2 to 3 minutes, watching to avoid burning. Remove the cloves and enjoy immediately.

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