Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam
Satisfy your cravings for the savory, crispy goodness of spam—without the meat! This Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam recipe transforms firm tofu into a plant-based alternative that's just as indulgent and flavorful. Marinated in a smoky blend of soy sauce, liquid smoke, paprika, nutritional yeast, and spices, the tofu slices are coated in a light, crispy batter and fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a protein-packed snack, a vegan-friendly breakfast side, or a unique sandwich filling, this recipe delivers all the nostalgic flavors of classic fried spam in a healthier, cruelty-free way. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's an easy meatless treat that will delight vegetarians and curious foodies alike!
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Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm tofu
- 3 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 0.5 tsp Liquid smoke
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Drain the tofu and press it under a heavy object for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
Slice the pressed tofu into rectangles about 1/4 inch thick to resemble slices of Spam.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, mix together the nutritional yeast, soy sauce, liquid smoke, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the tofu slices and coat them well in the marinade. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, combine the flour and cornstarch. Gradually add water until a smooth batter forms, similar to pancake batter consistency.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Dip each marinated tofu slice into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place them in the hot oil.
Step 7
Fry the tofu slices for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 8
Transfer the fried tofu slices to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 9
Serve the Vegetarian Crispy Fried Spam hot with your choice of sides or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (702.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1605.1 |
| Total Fat 124.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1251.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 82.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 61.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 648.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1143.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories