This Vegan Po’ Boy with tofu is a hearty, flavor-packed sandwich inspired by the classic New Orleans favorite. Crispy baked tofu nuggets coated in a savory seasoning paste are layered with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy vegan remoulade in crusty French bread—comfort food made completely plant-based.
Vegan Po’ Boy with Tofu Recipe
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Ingredients
- 14 oz super firm tofu (or firm tofu, pressed)
Paste
- ⅓ cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon poultry spice or veggie broth powder
- Tofu Nuggets
- french bread or baguette enough for 4 sandwiches
- romaine or iceberg lettuce chopped
- 2 to 3 tomatoes sliced
- ½ cup vegan remoulade sauce
- hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F or 220°C.
- In a large glass mixing bowl, combine all of the “Paste” ingredients and stir to combine. This should create a thick-ish paste. If the mixture is too thin, add more nutritional yeast. If the mixture is too thick, add water in small increments.
- Unwrap tofu and break into bite-sized chunks over the bowl. As you do this, use your thumb to create craggy, rounded edges. (They’re still edible if they’re blocky and smooth, but the pieces will hold the paste better and take on a more nugget-like shape if they’re rounded and have craggy edges.)
- Lightly fold the chunks into the paste, being careful not to break the tofu too much.
- Scoop tofu onto a lined sheet pan and place in the oven. Cook for 30 minutes or until the tofu is nicely browned on the outside.
- While the tofu nuggets are in the oven, make the remoulade and prep the veggies.
- When the tofu nuggets are done, assemble the sandwiches. Add 2 tablespoons of remoulade, 3 tomato slices, and a handful of lettuce. Top with tofu nuggets.
- Serve right away and enjoy. Or keep the ingredients separate to assemble later.
Health Benefits
- High in Plant Protein: Tofu provides complete protein to support muscle and energy.
- Nutrient-Dense: Nutritional yeast adds B-vitamins and savory umami flavor.
- Lower in Saturated Fat: Oven-baked tofu is lighter than traditional fried fillings.
- Gut-Friendly: Fresh vegetables add fiber for digestion and overall gut health.
- Dairy-Free & Vegan: Suitable for plant-based and lactose-free diets.
