Smoked Tofu (Oven and Smoker Options)

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Simple smoked tofu, cooked in the oven or the smoker! This delish meat alternative is a perfect vegetarian and vegan option for any summer cookout.

Prep: 30

Cook: 30

Total: 1

Recipe makes approximately 4 servings

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Drain 2 16-ounce blocks extra-firm tofuofu well, then pat tofu completely dry on all sides with paper towels.
Completely wrap each block of tofu in 2 to 3 layers of paper towels. Make sure all sides of tofu blocks are covered completely. Place wrapped tofu on cutting board.
Place cast-iron skillet on top of wrapped tofu. Leave tofu 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove skillet, then unwrap blocks of tofu and discard paper towels.

While pressing tofu, preheat smoker with wood chips to 225° Fahrenheit. Follow specific smoker's instructions for preheating.
Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon seasoning blend of choice to small mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients together until combined.
Rub oil mixture onto 2 16-ounce blocks extra-firm tofu, coating tofu completely.
Once smoker is preheated, spray grill rack with neutral-flavored cooking spray. Place blocks of tofu on grill rack.
Smoke tofu 60 minutes or until tofu is golden-brown.
Once tofu is golden, remove tofu from smoker. Slice tofu into thin strips or cube tofu, then serve as desired.

Preheat oven to 400° Fahrenheit. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
After pressing 1 16-ounce block extra-firm tofu, place tofu on cutting board. Slice tofu into equally-sized cubes.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon liquid smoke to medium mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients together until combined.
Add tofu cubes to bowl and toss until fully coated in olive oil mixture.
Arrange tofu cubes on prepared baking sheet in one even layer.
Place baking sheet in preheated oven. Bake tofu 15 minutes, then remove baking sheet from oven.
Flip tofu cubes over, then return baking sheet to oven. Bake tofu cubes 10 to 15 minutes more, or until cubes are nicely browned on all sides.
Once cubes are browned, carefully remove baking sheet from oven. Serve as desired.

Seasoning Blend: You can use your favorite store-bought seasoning blend, or you can make your own with your favorite spices. Garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne would all go well with the smoky flavor.