Tofu Cheesesteak

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the super firm tofu thinly using a knife or mandolin, then break into smaller pieces.
  2. 2Whisk or blend together the vegan mayo, veggie bouillon, tomato paste, soy sauce, kitchen bouquet, water, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and MSG to create the marinade.
  3. 3Cook the diced onions in a pan and set aside.
  4. 4Add the tofu pieces to the pan and cook until slightly browned.
  5. 5Pour the sauce over the tofu, stir to combine, and break the tofu into smaller pieces as needed.
  6. 6Mix in the cooked onions, top with vegan cheese, and cover the pan to melt the cheese.
  7. 7Fill a hoagie roll with the mixture and wrap in foil to compress the sandwich before serving.

Ingredients

  • super firm tofu, thinly sliced
  • vegan mayo
  • veggie bouillon
  • tomato paste
  • soy sauce
  • kitchen bouquet (optional)
  • water
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • smoked paprika
  • msg (optional)
  • onion, diced
  • vegan cheese
  • hoagie roll

Equipment

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Tips

  • You can bake the tofu instead of stovetop cooking.
  • If you prefer a cheese sauce over melted cheese, use a vegan cheese sauce like Whiz.
  • Consider topping the sandwich with cherry peppers, hoagie spread, or a bit of ketchup.