# Vegan Ham Recipe

A delicious plant-based alternative to the traditional holiday dish.

- Cuisine: American
- Category: Lunch
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 750 gram extra firm tofu
- 12 cloves
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 orange
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 4 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 orange

## Instructions

1. Press the tofu for around 20 minutes to remove excess liquid.
2. Slice the tofu blocks in half lengthwise.
3. Carefully score the top of the tofu in a cross stitch pattern.
4. In a container, combine soy sauce, dijon mustard, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, paprika, minced garlic, and orange zest to create the marinade.
5. Transfer the tofu to the container and cover it with the marinade using a brush. Allow to set for at least an hour, up to overnight in the fridge.
6. Preheat the oven to 375F.
7. Remove the tofu from the marinade and transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Add cloves into the cross-stitch connecting points of the tofu and bake for 20 minutes until browned slightly.
9. While the tofu bakes, prepare the glaze by combining maple syrup, water, molasses, dijon mustard, cinnamon, balsamic glaze, and orange juice in a small saucepan.
10. Bring the glaze to a simmer until thickened slightly.
11. Remove the tofu from the oven and liberally cover it with the glaze using a brush.
12. Place the tofu back in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes until caramelized on the outside.
13. Remove the cloves and enjoy immediately.

## Equipment

- tofu presser
- clean cloth
- Tupperware container
- reusable bag
- bbq brush
- parchment lined baking sheet
- small saucepan

## Tips

- Preparation is key for plant-based eaters during holidays to feel included with delicious meals.
- You can put on broil to caramelize for the last 2 to 3 minutes, watching to avoid burning.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRWAlrREceE/?igsh=YzNtZHRpbjkzZWR2
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/775a9118-627e-478c-8149-bb108e285444
- Extracted: 2025-12-03

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