The Smoked Tofu & Tempeh Club

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Yields: 1 Sandwich

Ingredients

The Core Ingredients

• Bread: 3 slices of whole wheat flax bread.
• Tofu: 3–4 slices of smoked tofu (cut about ¼ inch thick).
• Bacon: 3–4 strips of tempeh bacon.
• Cheese: 1–2 slices of vegan cheddar.

The “Club” Essentials (Highly Recommended)

• Spread: Vegan mayonnaise (or a mix of mayo and mustard).
• Crunch: 2 leaves of crisp lettuce (romaine or iceberg).
• Freshness: 2–3 slices of ripe tomato.
• Salt & Pepper: To taste.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Proteins

• Slice your block of smoked tofu into thin, sandwich-sized slabs.
• Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. You can add a tiny splash of oil or cooking spray if your pan tends to stick.
• Add the tempeh bacon strips and the smoked tofu slices to the pan.
• Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side. You want the tempeh to get slightly crispy and the tofu to warm through and brown slightly at the edges.
• Pro Tip for the Cheese: In the last minute of cooking, place the vegan cheddar on top of the smoked tofu slices in the pan. Cover the pan with a lid for 30 seconds to help the cheese melt.

2. Toast the Bread

• While the proteins finish, toast all 3 slices of the whole-wheat flax bread until golden brown./li>
• Optional: If you want a richer flavour, lightly spread the toast with plant-based butter immediately after it pops up./li>