Vegetarian Filipino Pork Sisig

Elevate your meatless meal game with this flavorful Vegetarian Filipino Pork Sisig, a plant-based twist on the beloved Filipino classic. This recipe swaps traditional pork for golden, pan-fried tofu and hearty shiitake mushrooms, delivering a satisfying texture and umami-rich taste. Infused with calamansi or lime juice for a zesty kick and tied together with creamy mayonnaise, this dish achieves the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and creamy flavors. Sautéed onions, garlic, and banana peppers add a touch of spice, while freshly chopped green onions provide a vibrant finish. Ready in under 40 minutes, this versatile vegetarian sisig is a crowd-pleaser, perfect served with steamed rice or as a filling for plant-based tacos. A must-try for anyone seeking an authentic Filipino flavor experience without the meat!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams extra-firm tofu
• 200 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 banana peppers
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons calamansi juice or lime juice
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 stalks green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain the tofu and pat it dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Cut the tofu into small cubes.

Step 2

Clean the shiitake mushrooms and slice them into thin pieces.

Step 3

Peel and dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves and banana peppers.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the tofu cubes to the skillet and fry them until they are golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove the tofu from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.

Step 7

Sauté the onions until they are translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the garlic and banana peppers to the skillet, and sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 9

Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until they are soft and have released their moisture, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

Return the fried tofu to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce and calamansi or lime juice, and cook everything together for 2 minutes.

Step 11

Lower the heat and mix in the mayonnaise, stirring well to incorporate it into the dish. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 12

Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.

Step 13

Chop the green onions and sprinkle them on top of the Sisig before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot with steamed rice or as a topping for tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1033.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1561.6

Total Fat 116.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 3143.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 75.2g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 2833.3mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 2268.6mg	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: 64.4%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 17.2%