The search for the perfect tofu burger recipe is OVER! These juicy vegan burgers are sturdy, grillable, and packed with smoky burger flavor. Just cut into patties, marinate, and cook!
1tspbeefless broth baselook for Orrington Farms or Better Than Bouillon vegan broth base
1tspbrowning saucelook for Kitchen Bouquet Browning and Seasoning Sauce
½tspliquid smoke
Instructions
Press Tofu: Cut each tofu block evenly down the middle to make 4 thinner slaps. Wrap each piece in a few paper towels, set them on a counter or cutting board, and place a heavy pan on top. Let them press for at least 15 minutes (up to 2 hours) to remove extra moisture.
2 16-oz blocks super firm tofu
Cut Tofu: Use a small glass or round cookie cutter to cut each slab into a circular puck. Cut each puck evenly to create 2 thinner pucks. You'll end up with 8 patties. Save tofu scraps for another recipe (see notes). You can also just make rectangular tofu burgers if you don't want the fuss!
Make Marinade: Whisk together remaining ingredients.
Marinate Tofu: Transfer tofu patties to a bowl or jar (I love using a wide mouth mason jar for this). Pour in the marinade and let soak for at least 1 hour, up to 48 hours (the longer the better).
Grill: On a well greased grill or grill pan over medium/high heat, cook tofu patties, flipping once, until char lines develop, about 3 minutes per side.
Serve: Serve warm with your favorite burger toppings!
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Notes
Tofu Scraps: If you cut the tofu burgers into circular patties like the recipe suggestions, you'll end up with some tofu scraps. These can be saved for another tofu recipe!