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Brown Sugar Glazed Tofu Ham

Brown Sugar Glazed Tofu Ham - Sweet, Smoky Vegan Delight

This Brown Sugar Glazed Tofu Ham is a flavorful vegan centerpiece that balances sweet and smoky flavors.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 2 pounds Extra-Firm Tofu Pressed for 3-4 hours
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce or Tamari Use gluten-free option if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Garlic Sauce May substitute with Huy Fong or sambal oelek
  • 1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Mustard Do not substitute with Dijon
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar is best
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used as an alternative
For Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Resealable Bag
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Tofu: Press the extra-firm tofu for 3-4 hours to eliminate excess moisture. Poke holes and create a crosshatch pattern for marinade absorption.
  2. Marinate: Whisk soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, and spices in a bowl. Place tofu in a bag, pour marinade over it, seal, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
  3. First Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange marinated tofu on a lined baking sheet with crosshatch side facing up. Bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Make Glaze: Combine brown sugar and spicy brown mustard in a bowl. Microwave for 15 seconds and stir until smooth.
  5. Glaze and Bake Again: Brush glaze over tofu and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Glaze again and bake for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  6. Rest and Serve: Allow tofu ham to rest for 10 minutes, slice, and serve with sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the tofu for a full 24 hours and watch the baking time closely.

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