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Tofu Pepperoni (Protein and Plant-Based)

This is a way to substitute pepperoni on your pizza or for better protein snacking.
Author Brandy @ Healthy Happy Life Secrets

Ingredients

  • 1 container tofu
  • 1 Tbsp paprika (plus more for sprinkling)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin (optional)
  • 1 tsp turmeric (will add a light orange color)
  • 1 tsp sumac (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • water

Instructions

  • Mix dry ingredients in a separate shallow bowl..
  • Cut wet tofu block into 3 (3"x4") rectangles. Cut round tofu pepperoni shapes using a round cookie cutter (or a round kitchen item like a round spice lid top for the tofu pepperoni round size you desire). Cut tofu rounds if thicker than 1/4".
  • Mix spices with a small amount of water (about 1/2 the spice amount). Dip each tofu pepperoni round side in the spiced-water.
  • Evenly sprinkle additional paprika (for red color) on each tofu pepperoni round. Tip: use a tea infuser with small evenly-spaced holes to maximize pepperoni color effect but not adding too much additional paprika.
  • On the stovetop, cook tofu pepperoni on medium heat in a skillet for a total of 15 minutes, about 7 minutes on each side (flipping tofu pepperoni rounds once)
  • Use as a topping to pizza that can be baked in near the end or enjoy the tofu pepperoni as eat-alone snacks. They will last for 3-5 days in the cool part of the refrigerator.