Vegan Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Chicken Fried Steak with Gravy, a plant-based twist on a Southern classic. Made with protein-packed extra-firm tofu, these crispy, golden "steaks" are perfectly seasoned with a savory marinade of nutritional yeast, soy sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, then dredged in a vegan buttermilk-flour coating for that signature crunchy exterior. The dish is elevated with a rich, umami-packed mushroom gravy that adds layers of flavor to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this hearty and satisfying meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy weekend treat. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed greens for a mouthwatering feast that’s entirely vegan yet irresistibly indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 ounces Extra-firm tofu
• 0.25 cups Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup Olive oil
• 8 ounces Mushrooms
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Start by draining the tofu and pressing it to remove excess moisture. Slice the tofu into 4 equally-thick slabs.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine nutritional yeast, soy sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Coat each tofu slab in this mixture and let them marinate for at least 10 minutes, turning halfway through.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the almond milk with the apple cider vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes to create a vegan buttermilk.

Step 4

Prepare a separate shallow bowl with the flour and cornstarch, blending them thoroughly.

Step 5

Dip each marinated tofu slab into the vegan buttermilk, then dredge it in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Fry the coated tofu slabs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7

For the gravy, clean and slice the mushrooms. In the same skillet, add mushrooms and sauté over medium heat until they are soft and browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the vegetable broth, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens to a desired gravy consistency, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Serve the tofu steaks hot, topped generously with the mushroom gravy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1636.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2515.7

Total Fat 161.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4007.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 98.6g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 3264.0mg	0%
Iron 22.4mg	0%
Potassium 3328.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 27.2%