Vegan Classic Breakfast Steak
Start your morning right with this savory and satisfying Vegan Classic Breakfast Steak, a plant-based twist on a timeless favorite! Made with protein-rich firm tofu and marinated in a smoky, flavorful blend of soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, and spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, this recipe captures the essence of a hearty breakfast without any animal products. Perfectly pan-fried to achieve a golden, crispy exterior, each tofu "steak" is packed with umami and boosts your meal with the subtle nuttiness of nutritional yeast. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it's the ultimate vegan comfort food that pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes, sautéed vegetables, or a stack of fluffy pancakes. Ideal for a weekend brunch or a weekday breakfast treat, this recipe delivers bold, smoky flavors and is sure to delight vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Begin by draining the firm tofu well and gently pressing it with a clean towel to remove excess moisture.
Slice the tofu into 1-inch thick slabs, resembling breakfast steak slices.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, liquid smoke, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, and nutritional yeast.
Gently marinate the tofu slices in the prepared mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb flavors fully.
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the marinated tofu slices in the skillet, ensuring they are spaced evenly.
Cook the tofu slabs for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden brown and slightly crispy exterior.
Serve the Vegan Classic Breakfast Steak warm with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted potatoes or sautéed vegetables. Enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 55.3 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 656 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1110 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
