Description
A flavorful Vegan Breakfast Sandwich (Tofu) made with extra-firm tofu, creamy avocado, fresh tomato, and melted vegan cheddar-style slices. Perfect for a quick, high-protein breakfast or brunch that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
1 Block Housefoods Extra-Firm Tofu
2–4 Slices Vegan Cheddar Cheese (Violife Mature Cheddar Style, Follow Your Heart American Style, or Daiya Cheddar Style)
1 Tomato, sliced
1 Avocado, mashed
2 Tbsp Kikkoman Less Sodium Soy Sauce
2 Tbsp Water
2 Tbsp Neutral Oil (Avocado or Sunflower Oil)
1 Tsp Liquid Smoke
1 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
1/2 Tsp Turmeric
1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
2–4 Everything Bagels (Sara Lee Plain Bagels)
Optional: Texas Pete® Original Hot Sauce, Crystal® Hot Sauce, or Sriraja Panich Hot Sauce
Instructions
1.
2. Press tofu for 15–20 minutes using a tofu press or wrap it in a towel with a light weight on top to remove moisture.
3. Mix soy sauce, water, oil, liquid smoke, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, and pepper in a shallow dish to create a marinade.
4. Cut pressed tofu into 2–4 slices depending on desired sandwich size.
5. Place tofu slices in the marinade and soak for 5–8 minutes per side to absorb flavor.
6. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook tofu for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden.
7. As you cook the second side, place a vegan cheddar slice on top of each tofu patty and cover briefly to melt.
8. Toast bagels while tofu cooks.
9. Slice the tomato and mash the avocado.
10. Assemble the sandwich: spread mashed avocado on the bottom bagel, layer tofu with melted cheese, then add a tomato slice.
11. Top with the other half of the bagel and enjoy immediately.
12.
Notes
Tofu absorbs more flavor the longer it marinates.
Use medium heat to keep the tofu crispy outside and soft inside.
For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or black salt to the marinade.
Make ahead by preparing tofu patties in advance and refrigerating for up to 4 days.
Use gluten-free bagels like Udi’s or Canyon Bakehouse if desired.
Add vegan mayonnaise or hummus for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Sandwich, Vegan
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American