Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam
Discover a mouthwatering plant-based twist on a classic with Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam! This innovative recipe transforms firm tofu into golden, crispy perfection with a smoky, savory marinade featuring soy sauce, liquid smoke, and bold seasonings like paprika and garlic powder. Coated in a light, batter-like mixture of flour and cornstarch, the tofu slices are fried to deliver a satisfying crunch that's irresistible. Perfect for vegetarians craving a nostalgic treat, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or creative brunch spreads. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or serve alongside rice and veggies for a delicious, protein-packed meal. Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam is the ultimate comfort food—minus the meat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm tofu
- 3 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Drain the tofu and press it under a heavy object for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Slice the pressed tofu into rectangles about 1/4 inch thick to resemble slices of Spam.
In a shallow dish, mix together the nutritional yeast, soy sauce, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the tofu slices and coat them well in the marinade. Let sit for 10 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and cornstarch. Gradually add water until a smooth batter forms, similar to pancake batter consistency.
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Dip each marinated tofu slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place them in the hot oil.
Fry the tofu slices for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fried tofu slices to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam hot with your choice of sides or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.3 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.4 g | 87% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 648 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1143 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.
