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Baked Tofu with Pecan Leek Stuffing and Vegan Gravy

Baked Tofu with Pecan Leek Stuffing and Vegan Gravy Delight

Baked Tofu with Pecan Leek Stuffing and Vegan Gravy is a comforting, plant-based centerpiece for holidays or special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Super Firm Tofu Press if not super firm
  • 1 cup Boiling Water Used to dissolve Better Than Bouillon
  • 1 tbsp Better Than Bouillon (Vegetable)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary Can use dried if fresh isn’t available
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Substitute with dried thyme if necessary
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Sage Use dried if fresh is unavailable
  • 4 sheets Rice Paper Roll Wrappers No substitute recommended
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing and adding richness
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to your taste preference
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is recommended
  • 1 tsp Paprika Use to taste or omit for milder flavor
For the Stuffing
  • 4 cups Bread Cubes Ensure vegan-friendly
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Butter Olive oil can substitute
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Homemade or store-bought
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Yellow onion can substitute
  • 1 medium Leek Scallions can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Pecans, Roughly Chopped Walnuts can be an alternative
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is a bold substitute
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme (for gravy) Dried thyme can substitute

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • sauté pan
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare Tofu: Start by poking holes in the super firm tofu, allowing it to soak up flavor. Marinate it in a mixture of boiling water, Better Than Bouillon, and fresh herbs for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make Stuffing: Sauté chopped celery, sweet onion, and leek in vegan butter until fragrant and softened. Add vegetable broth, bring it to a boil, then stir in the bread cubes and chopped pecans, mixing well.
  3. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking the tofu and stuffing.
  4. Wrap Tofu: Dip rice paper wrappers in water until soft, then carefully wrap them around the marinated tofu. Brush the outside with a mixture of olive oil and seasonings for extra crispiness.
  5. Assemble in Baking Dish: Spread the pecan leek stuffing evenly in the bottom of a casserole dish. Place the wrapped tofu on top and bake for 15 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Finish Baking: After 15 minutes, brush remaining olive oil on the tofu. Continue baking for an additional 30 minutes, until the rice paper is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Make Gravy: In the pan used for the stuffing, melt vegan butter and whisk in flour. Gradually add the reserved vegetable broth and cook until thickened, adding fresh thyme for flavor.
  8. Serve: Allow the tofu to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve the slices of tofu atop the stuffing with the rich vegan gravy drizzled over.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped herbs for a pop of color. You can prepare ahead by marinating tofu and making stuffing the night before.

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