Vegan Tofu Bacon Bits: Easy DIY Recipe

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Crispy delicious bacon bits made with tofu and seasonings. Perfect for adding to salads, soups and sandwiches.

Prep Time5

Cook Time35

Total Time40

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan

Servings:

Calories: 102kcal

Author: Louise-Claire Cayzer

Preheat your oven to 180℃/360℉ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grate the tofu using the larger holes in your box grater.
280 g tofu
In a bowl, mix the tofu with the other ingredients.
2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic granules, 1 teaspoon olive oil
Lay out the tofu in a single layer on the parchment lined baking sheet.
Bake for 35-40 minutes or until super crispy and golden (Baking times will vary according to your oven)
Allow to cool and serve or store in an airtight container ready for sandwiches, salads and soups

Keep in an airtight container for a week (or longer- I keep eating them before they get any older so I can't tell you how long exactly!)

SUBSTITUTIONS/VARIATIONS

Soy Free- replace the tofu for shaved coconut and the soy sauce for coconut aminos. This version only takes a few minutes in the oven, and is not a good source of protein, but it is delcious!
Gluten-Free - make sure to choose gluten-free tamari (soy sauce made without wheat)
Maple Bacon- Add a teaspoon of maple syrup to the mixture for a salty-sweet flavor.
Extra Smoky Flavor- add a teaspoon of liquid smoke for extra smoky flavored bacon bits.
Alternative Oils: I like to use a little olive oil in this recipe, but you can use any neutral oil such as canola oil or avocado oil if you wish.
Extra savoury- Add a good teaspoon of nutritional yeast to the mixture for a slightly cheesy, nutty flavor.