This delicious ground “beef” tofu recipe takes about 5 minutes to cook using tofu and ground beef seasoning like garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, paprika and nutritional yeast (which often has vitamin B12) ! It’s a quick and easy vegan beef substitute to make!
This ground “beef” made out of tofu is a must-try! If you also have liquid smoke at home, I recommend adding it to your ground tofu beef as it provides a smoky flavour, but it’s optional since I know many people might not have this ingredient.
Recipe for Ground Beef Tofu
If you ever have tofu at home and are looking to make a vegan ground beef for your favourite dish, this ground beef tofu is perfect! Crumbled tofu has the perfect texture to mimic ground beef and it’s high in protein as well.
This is a one-pan recipe that requires very little effort and is great for meal prepping (as it makes 4-5 servings!) or just to have stored in the fridge to add to any dish like tacos, burrito bowls, or pasta. This will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days, and you can store in the freezer, ready to be reheated to enjoy whenever.
I’ve been making this recipe regularly because it’s so easy and tasty! Feel free to customize your tofu ground beef with whatever spices you prefer.
Ingredients
- Tofu
- Oil
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Nutritional Yeast
- Soy Sauce
- Optional: Dark soy sauce & Liquid Smoke
This ground beef tofu is vegan, nut-free, dairy-free and can be made gluten-free (using gluten-free soy sauce).
How To Make Ground Beef Tofu
To make the best ground beef tofu, you want to press all the water out of your tofu to allow your tofu to absorb your beef seasoning flavours and give it a meaty texture. Press your tofu using a tofu press or by wrapping your tofu block with paper towel and placing a heavy object (such as a heavy pan you plan to use) on top to press water out (ideally allow for 10-15 mins if possible).
Next, begin making your tofu ground beef by heating oil on a pan or wok on medium-high heat.
Crumble the tofu with your hands to create a ground beef-like texture.
Cook your tofu for a few minutes, stirring frequently, to allow most of the liquid to evaporate and allow the tofu to become slightly golden.
Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutritional yeast to season your tofu. Mix the tofu and spices thoroughly until well combined.
Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce (if you don’t have, substitute with more soy sauce), and liquid smoke (optional) for a smoky taste. Mix well.
Enjoy your ground beef tofu right away as a substitute for ground meat or store in a container to use in meal prep or for meals this week (tacos, burrito bowls, pasta, etc).
Watch me make this recipe on YouTube here.
Ground “Beef” Tofu
Equipment
- 1 Tofu Press optional
- 1 Pan or wok
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 block tofu extra firm
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp paprika Smoked paprika is recommended
- 1 tbsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Onion powder
- 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce or use more soy sauce
- 1 tsp Liquid smoke optional but recommended
Instructions
- To make the best ground beef tofu, you want to press all the water out of your tofu to allow your tofu to absorb your beef seasoning flavours and give it a meaty texture. Press your tofu using a tofu press or by wrapping your tofu block with paper towel and placing a heavy object (such as a heavy pan you plan to use) on top to press water out (ideally allow for 10-15 mins if possible).
- Next, begin making your tofu ground beef by heating oil on a pan or wok on medium-high heat.
- Crumble the tofu with your hands to create a ground beef-like texture.
- Cook your tofu for a few minutes, stirring frequently, to allow most of the liquid to evaporate and allow the tofu to become slightly golden.
- Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutritional yeast to season your tofu. Mix the tofu and spices thoroughly until well combined.
- Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce (if you don’t have, substitute with more soy sauce), and liquid smoke (optional) for a smoky taste. Mix well.
- Enjoy your ground beef tofu right away as a substitute for ground meat or store in a container to use in meal prep or for meals this week (tacos, burrito bowls, pasta, etc).
Notes
Nutrition
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