Name: Crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 block tofu- organic, extra firm, drained; 2 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup BBQ Sauce (aim for one without high fructose corn syrup, or make your own); 1 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha; 2 soft buns, (like brioche buns) toasted; Avocado- optional, messy but good. 😉; 4 ounces shredded cabbage- about 3 cups packed; ¼ cup cilantro, chopped; ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced; 3-4 tablespoons vegan mayo (or regular mayo) or make your own; 1 tablespoon vinegar- Apple Cider or white, more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon salt

We’ve been LOVING this Crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwich! Crispy tofu is slathered in BBQ sauce, topped with avocado & a cool cilantro cabbage slaw- a tasty vegan meal in under 30 minutes! Video. Plus 50+ Amazing Tofu Recipes!

A crispy tofu burger with bbq sauce,, slaw and avocado on a plate.

Need a quick healthy meal? This is hands-down one of the tastiest Tofu sandwiches ( or tofu burgers) I’ve ever had! I keep thinking if we still had our restaurant this would for sure be on the menu this week! It’s a fast easy meal, and oh so satisfying!

I’m pretty sure even tofu skeptics will love this one too. If you are on a sandwich kick like we have been, you might also enjoy this Tempeh Reuben Sandwich ( which can be made vegan with vegan mozzarella) it is also yummy!

WHY this Tofu Buger Works!

It’s super fast!
Simple, affordable ingredients.
Over the top in the flavor dept- tangy, subtle heat, smoky, delicious!
Great texture- warm crispy tofu, cool crunchy slaw- a perfect marriage.
The slaw adds nutrients! I’d suggest making a double batch.
It’s vegan!
Will make anyone love tofu. Guaranteed.

Crispy BBQ TOFU SANDWICH VIDEO

Ingredients in BBQ TOFU Sandwich

Tofu – firm or extra firm, organic, if possible
olive oil or coconut oil
BBQ Sauce- find a brand with no high-fructose corn syrup (or make your own)
Sriracha or Red Chili Paste (optional)
Cabbage- green or purple ( use pre-cut cabbage if pressed for time)
Onion- red is nice
Cilantro- fresh
Vegan Mayo- or use regular mayo
AC vinegar- or white vinegar
Fresh cilantro
Salt and Pepper
Soft, toasted buns- store-bought or make your own!
Avocado- optional

How to make BBQ Tofu Sandwich

cut the tofu into slabs

Step One:

Cut the tofu into two slabs, one-inch thick, perhaps trimming to fit the bun. Pat gently with paper towels.

a seasoned skillet -with oil, salt and pepper

Step Two

Season a skillet generously with oil, salt and fresh cracked pepper and heat it up.

crispy tofu, frying in a skillet

Step Three

Sear the tofu on both sides, until deeply golden and crispy.

creamy slaw in a bowl

Step four

While the tofu is cooking, make the quick and easy slaw, using precut cabbage if pressed for time. Cilantro and onion add great flavor here.

mixing bbq sauce and red chili paste in a bowl

Step five

Mix BBQ Sauce and red chili paste (or sriracha) in a bowl and brush it liberally on the tofu, getting the bottom too.

Let the sauce caramelize just slightly in the pan, before turning the heat off.

Brush bbq sauce on the crispy tofu

Step five

Toast the buns and assemble! Feel free to add avocado if you like- a bit messier, but oh so tasty!

assemble the tofu sandwich

And voila! You’ll have a delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes! This recipe makes two hearty sandwiches.

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Here's the tastiest recipe for a crispy BBQ Tofu Sandwich topped with cool and creamy cilantro cabbage slaw, that can be made in under 30 minutes - plus it is vegan.

My husband Brian totally devoured this and proclaimed he would happily eat this anytime I wanted to make it.

So with a tofu skeptic, I would just plop it down right in front of them, and not even say anything. I’m pretty confident, that if they like BBQ Sauce, one bite is all it will take. 😉

Enjoy the summer weekend!

xoxo

Sylvia

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