Savor the delicious, smokey flavor of Gordon Ramsay’s Vegan Bacon. With simple ingredients and quick prep, savor the taste of crispy, plant-based strips in just 40 minutes. This recipe makes 36 fried strips.
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🧡 What Makes This Vegan Bacon Recipe Special:
- Flavorful Fusion: Combines smoky, savory tastes with maple sweetness for an enticing flavor blend.
- Easy Prep: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps for hassle-free cooking.
- Versatile Usage: Perfect for various dishes—sandwiches, salads, or as a standalone snack.
- Healthy Alternative: Satisfies bacon cravings in a plant-based, guilt-free manner.
❓ What Is Gordon Ramsay Vegan Bacon Recipe?
Gordon Ramsay’s Vegan Bacon is a plant-based alternative made from tofu, nutritional yeast, and savory spices. It mimics the smoky, crispy texture of traditional bacon, offering a slightly sweet and savory taste due to ingredients like maple syrup and smoked paprika.
🥩 Gordon Ramsay Vegan Bacon Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or liquid aminos
- 1/4 cup vegan butter melted
- 3 tablespoons water
- black pepper to preference
- 3 oz extra-firm tofu (1/5 of a block)
- 9 sheets square rice paper
- cooking spray
🥓 How To Make Gordon Ramsay Vegan Bacon
- Prepare the tofu: Cut 3 oz from a block of extra-firm tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Brush it with oil.
- Cut rice paper into strips about 1 1/2 inches wide using kitchen scissors.
- Make the marinade: In a dish, mix together 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, garlic powder, cayenne (optional), smoked paprika, liquid smoke, maple syrup, soy sauce, melted vegan butter, and water. Add black pepper if you like.
- Crumble the pressed tofu into a bowl and season it with 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast and 3 tablespoons of the marinade.
- Dip a strip of rice paper in warm water for a few seconds, then in the marinade for a few seconds. Place it on the lined baking tray and sprinkle crumbled tofu on top. Repeat with another strip of rice paper and more tofu.
- Bake the strips in the oven for 10-12 minutes, flip them, and bake for another 10-12 minutes until crispy.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Adjust spice levels gradually; cayenne can make it overly hot.
- Ensure thin tofu slices for a crispy texture when cooking.
- Maple syrup substitutions should maintain a balanced sweet-savory profile.
- Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to control overall saltiness.
- Carefully monitor baking time to prevent burnt or overly crispy bacon
🍝 What To Serve With Vegan Bacon?
Vegan Bacon complements various dishes like breakfast burritos, salads, avocado toast, and pasta its smoky flavor and crispy texture elevate these meals, offering a delectable plant-based indulgence.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Vegan Bacon?
- In The Fridge. Store Leftovers Vegan Bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- In The Freezer. To freeze Leftovers Vegan Bacon layer strips with parchment and seal in an airtight bag for up to 2 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Vegan Bacon?
- In The Oven: Place Leftovers Vegan Bacon on a baking sheet at 350°F for 5-7 mins, watch for crispness.
- In The Microwave: Wrap Leftovers Vegan Bacon in a paper towel, heat for 30-second intervals, checking doneness.
FAQs
How Do You Make Vegan Bacon Crispy?
To make Vegan Bacon crispy, bake it in the oven at a high temperature for a longer time or fry it in a skillet with a small amount of oil.
How Do You Prevent Vegan Bacon From Becoming Too Salty?
To prevent Vegan Bacon from becoming too salty, use low-sodium ingredients in the marinade and taste the mixture before adding salt.
Can I Add A Smoky Flavor To Vegan Bacon Without Liquid Smoke?
Yes, you can add a smoky flavor to Vegan Bacon using smoked paprika, smoked salt, or smoked seasoning instead of liquid smoke.
Can You Make Vegan Bacon Without Tofu?
You can make Vegan Bacon without tofu using ingredients like tempeh, seitan, coconut, or eggplant as a base.
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Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 90
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 4g
Gordon Ramsay Vegan Bacon
Description
Savor the delicious, smokey flavor of Gordon Ramsay’s Vegan Bacon. With simple ingredients and quick prep, savor the taste of crispy, plant-based strips in just 40 minutes. This recipe makes 36 fried strips.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the tofu: Cut 3 oz from a block of extra-firm tofu and press it between paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Brush it with oil.
- Cut rice paper into strips about 1 1/2 inches wide using kitchen scissors.
- Make the marinade: In a dish, mix together 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast, garlic powder, cayenne (optional), smoked paprika, liquid smoke, maple syrup, soy sauce, melted vegan butter, and water. Add black pepper if you like.
- Crumble the pressed tofu into a bowl and season it with 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast and 3 tablespoons of the marinade.
- Dip a strip of rice paper in warm water for a few seconds, then in the marinade for a few seconds. Place it on the lined baking tray and sprinkle crumbled tofu on top. Repeat with another strip of rice paper and more tofu.
- Bake the strips in the oven for 10-12 minutes, flip them, and bake for another 10-12 minutes until
Notes
- Adjust spice levels gradually; cayenne can make it overly hot.
Ensure thin tofu slices for a crispy texture when cooking.
Maple syrup substitutions should maintain a balanced sweet-savory profile.
Opt for low-sodium soy sauce to control overall saltiness.
Carefully monitor baking time to prevent burnt or overly crispy bacon.
Gordon Ramsay Vegan Bacon