Spicy "Barbecued" Tofu Burgers Recipe

Name: Spicy "Barbecued" Tofu Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sandwich; 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained and pressed; 1/2 cup spicy barbecue sauce; 1 tablespoon pure chile powder; 4 rolls or 4 buns; 1 large pickle, sliced; Slaw; 2 cups coleslaw mix or 2 cups shredded cabbage; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning; 1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; cayenne (to taste)

Servings: persons

Sandwich
1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
1/2 cup spicy barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon pure chile powder
4 rolls or 4 buns
1 large pickle, sliced
Slaw
2 cups coleslaw mix or 2 cups shredded cabbage
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon white vinegar
cayenne (to taste)

1
Cut tofu cake horizontally into 3/4 inch thick rectangles (about the size of your buns).
2
Cover the bottom of a small pan with half of barbecue sauce. One by one, rub both sides of each tofu rectangle with chile powder; place in a single layer on sauce. Top with remaining sauce. Let stand for 30 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, make slaw: Mix all ingredients (except for cabbage/slaw) together in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes. Mix sauce into cabbage and chill until ready to use.
4
Preheat broiler with rack 6 inches from heat. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; place a baking rack on top. Spray rack with cooking spray. Take tofu slabs out of the barbecue sauce and place on rack with space between pieces. Reserve leftover barbecue sauce. Broil until top of tofu is browned and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Turn tofu over. Broil until browned and bubbly, about 5 more minutes.
5
Toast the buns, place tofu, more sauce (if desired), pickles and a scoop of slaw on top of each sandwich.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sandwich, 1 (14 ounce) package extra firm tofu, drained and pressed, 1/2 cup spicy barbecue sauce, 1 tablespoon pure chile powder, and more.

Yes, Spicy "Barbecued" Tofu Burgers falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy "Barbecued" Tofu Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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