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Vegan Salmon

Crispy Vegan Salmon That Even Non-Vegans Will Adore

This vegan salmon made with tofu is a flavorful, gluten-free dish that even non-vegans will love.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu Fillets
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu Press it well for the best results.
  • 1 sheet Nori Sheet Cut to fit beneath the fillets.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For crispiness.
For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Any vegetable broth will do.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Can swap with apple cider vinegar.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil Opt for plain to keep taste balanced.
  • 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke Adds a smoky essence.
Seasoning Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Light Brown Sugar
  • 2 cloves Crushed Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to preference.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Sliced Beets (Pickled) Can use fresh beets.
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil (Sesame or Olive Oil) For frying.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • non-stick skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Press the extra firm tofu for about 30 minutes, then slice it diagonally into fillet-like shapes.
  2. In a blender, combine vegetable stock, nori, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, liquid smoke, garlic powder, salt, ground black pepper, light brown sugar, crushed garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth.
  3. Place the sliced tofu in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  4. After marinating, roll the tofu in cornstarch for an even coating.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with sesame or olive oil. Fry the tofu fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve with ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, cilantro, lemon wedges, and vegan tartar sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure you use extra firm tofu and marinate overnight for maximum flavor absorption. Serve with lemon wedges and vegan tartar sauce.

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