Vegan Tofu Bacon

Smokey, crispy, filling and just a little greasy! This hangover saviour will tick all the bacon craving boxes.

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 10

Servings

Press tofu for at least 20 minutes, or up to an hour.
To do this, place the tofu on paper towel or a clean, non-fluffy tea towel and weigh it down with a chopping board and some heavy objects (a cast iron dish or pan works nicely).
Slice the tofu into thin strips roughly 1/4 centimetre wide. The thinner the strips, the crispier the bacon (however watch out as it does tear more easily!)

To make the marinade, combine the soy sauce, maple syrup and liquid smoke.
Pour marinade into 2 baking trays and place the tofu strips in a single layer. Soak for 15 mins then turn onto other side. Leave the tofu for another 20 minutes or more. The longer you leave it the more flavour the tofu will absorb.
Heat a generous lug of oil in a frypan over medium-high heat.
Fry tofu for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Rest on paper towel to absorb excess oil before serving - the tofu will get crispier after cooling slightly.