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Fried tofu breakfast: vegan breakfast sandwich recipe

egg free breakfast sandwich on a plate: Start your day with a satisfying and flavorful Vegan Breakfast Sandwich featuring crispy fried tofu. This hearty sandwich combines golden-brown tofu with creamy vegan mayo, tangy ketchup, and fresh slices of tomato and avocado, all nestled in a toasted ciabatta roll. Perfect for a quick, plant-based breakfast that’s both delicious and filling, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a morning delight.
Start your day with a satisfying and flavorful Vegan Breakfast Sandwich featuring crispy fried tofu. This hearty sandwich combines golden-brown tofu with creamy vegan mayo, tangy ketchup, and fresh slices of tomato and avocado, all nestled in a toasted ciabatta roll. Perfect for a quick, plant-based breakfast that’s both delicious and filling, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a morning delight.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 2 people

Ingredients

Fried tofu breakfast ingredients:

Tofu egg patty ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • 7 oz (200g) extra firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml/18g) soy sauce or tamari - divided
  • ½ teaspoon (1g) garlic powder - divided
  • ¼ teaspoon (0.5g) smoked paprika - divided

Vegan breakfast sandwich ingredients:

  • ¼ cup (60ml/60g) vegan mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup (60ml/60g) ketchup
  • 2 vegan ham slices - Optional
  • 2 ciabatta rolls - or everything bagels
  • 1 Sliced tomato - to serve
  • 1 Sliced avocado - to serve

Instructions

How to make Tofu Breakfast Sandwich Recipe

    Prepare the Tofu:

    • - Drain the tofu from its package.
    • - Cut the tofu in half, keeping one half for later or doubling the recipe. Slice the remaining half into 4 rectangles.

    Cook the Tofu:

    • - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
    • - Add the tofu rectangles to the pan. Season with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ⅛ teaspoon of smoked paprika.
    • - Cook the tofu for 3-4 minutes on one side until it’s browned. Flip and cook the other side with the remaining seasoning.

    Prepare the Sauce:

    • - Mix ¼ cup of vegan mayo with ¼ cup of ketchup in a small bowl.

    Assemble the Sandwiches:

    • - Spread the sauce on the ciabatta rolls.
    • - Layer each roll with a slice of vegan ham or vegan bacon, tofu rectangles, sliced tomato, and sliced avocado.

    Serve:

    • Serve and Enjoy!

    Notes

    How to reheat frozen breakfast sandwich 

    Here’s how to reheat a frozen tofu breakfast sandwich using different methods:
    Oven Method
    1. Preheat: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Wrap: Wrap the sandwich in aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out.
    3. Reheat: Place the wrapped sandwich on a baking sheet and heat in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Check occasionally to ensure it’s warmed evenly.
    Toaster Oven Method
    1. Preheat: Set the toaster oven to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Reheat: Place the sandwich directly on the toaster oven rack or a baking tray.
    3. Heat: Reheat for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until it’s heated through and the bread is crispy.
    Air Fryer Method
    1. Preheat: Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Reheat: Place the sandwich in the air fryer basket. You may need to cut it in half depending on the size of your air fryer.
    3. Heat: Reheat for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the sandwich is heated through and the bread is crispy.
    Microwave Method (Quick Option)
    1. Prepare: Place the sandwich on a microwave-safe plate.
    2. Reheat: Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. To avoid soggy bread, you can place a paper towel under the sandwich.
    Stovetop Method
    1. Preheat: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
    2. Reheat: Place the sandwich in the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping once, until heated through and the bread is crispy.
    Each method ensures the sandwich is reheated thoroughly while maintaining a delicious texture. Choose based on your equipment and desired level of crispiness.