Nitrate & Nitrite Free Cajun Tofu Burgers with Peppery Spice
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the pan
Cajun spice blend
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
For serving
- 4 burger buns
- 4 leaves romaine or green leaf lettuce
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Drain the tofu and cut it into 4 equal slabs, each about 3/4 inch thick. Lay the slabs on a baking sheet lined with a double layer of paper towels, top with more paper towels, and set a second baking sheet on top. Press for 30 minutes, until the tofu feels noticeably firmer and the paper towels are damp.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, coarsely ground black pepper, cayenne, dried oregano, dried thyme, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
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