Maple Hickory Tofu Strips
Sweet, smoky, and savory, these Maple Hickory Tofu Strips are a delicious breakfast side dish that pairs perfectly with tofu scrambles or pancakes. Simple and full of flavor!
Equipment
- Cast-iron skillet or flat nonstick skillet
- Shallow dish or resealable plastic bag
Ingrediënten
- 12 oz 340 g extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- ½ cup 120 ml pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup 60 ml orange juice
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp 15 ml hickory-flavored liquid smoke
Instructies
- Cut the tofu into 14 thin strips, approximately ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
- In a bowl, mix together the maple syrup, orange juice, black pepper, and liquid smoke to create the marinade.
- Place the tofu strips in the marinade, using a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
- Let the tofu marinate for 20 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat a flat nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat.
- Remove the tofu strips from the marinade and panfry them in the skillet until dark brown and crispy on each side, about 5 minutes per side.
Yield:
- 14 strips
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve alongside tofu scrambles, pancakes, or as a topping for breakfast sandwiches.
Wine Advice:
For brunch, pair with a sparkling mimosa or fresh orange juice.
Variation:
This marinade also works well with thin slices of tempeh or seitan for a similar flavor profile.
Try using the Ham Fauxsage recipe (page 200) for a creative twist.
Try using the Ham Fauxsage recipe (page 200) for a creative twist.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 50 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 1 g | Fiber: 0 g | Sugar: 7 g | Salt: 0.2 g
