It's easy to turn a block of tofu into a deli-style meat alternative to make a delicious tofu sandwich with your favorite bread and toppings. Seasoned with balsamic vinegar, tamari, and Dijon mustard and baked in the oven, the thin tofu slices are ready to enjoy warm or cold in 30 minutes.
Inspired by the flavors of my balsamic tofu recipe, this tofu sandwich is an easy lunch or dinner you can customize to suit your taste.
The savory baked tofu slices go well with just about any type of bread, veggies, and condiments. And they're easy to make in the oven without using any oil. With no marinating time, it's one of my favorite ways to use tofu!
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Ingredients
For the tofu slices:
- Tofu: Look for super firm vacuum-packed tofu which doesn't require pressing. I recommend Trader Joe's (and other store brands), Nasoya, and Wildwood Organic. Extra-firm tofu may be used, but you'll need to press it to remove the excess water.
- Tamari: Feel free to substitute soy sauce if you're not gluten-free.
For the sandwiches: Choose your favorite sliced bread, toppings such as lettuce and tomatoes, and condiments. Sandwich spreads such as vegan mayo, mustard, and Thousand Island all work well.
Please see the recipe card for the complete ingredients, measurements, and instructions.
How to make baked tofu slices for sandwiches
- Use a chef's knife to thinly slice the tofu into approximately 16 pieces.
- Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and tamari.
- Dip each slice into the mixture so that each side is coated, then place in a single layer on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake, flipping halfway through, until the tofu slices appear dry and lightly browned. Use right away in sandwiches or allow to cool for later.
If you're in a sandwich mood, don't stop here. Next, try my vegan tuna salad for another easy lunch, or switch things up with my curried chickpea salad for a creamy, flavorful filling.
And check out my collection of vegan sandwich ideas that don't need mock meat for even more ideas.
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📋 Recipe
Baked Tofu Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1-16 ounce block super firm tofu, (or extra-firm tofu, pressed) patted dry
- 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 Tablespoon tamari, (or soy sauce, if not gluten-free)
- Sliced bread and your favorite toppings, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400℉ (200℃).
- Slice the block of tofu into thin slices. (You should have approximately 16 slices.)1-16 ounce block super firm tofu
- Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and tamari in a medium mixing bowl.2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 Tablespoon tamari
- One by one, dip each piece of tofu into the bowl so that each side is coated. Allow the excess to drain off, then place each slice in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Bake the tofu for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the slices appear dry and are lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and use right away or allow to cool, then build your sandwiches with your favorite bread and toppings.Sliced bread and your favorite toppings
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation.
Helen says
can the the baked tofu sandwich be made in fry pan on stove top?
Amy Katz says
I haven't tried doing that, but I'm sure you could make it work.
Whack says
I use a cast iron skillet.
I put the skillet into the oven under the broiler and heat it for 20-30 minutes while im prepping the tofu.
When ready to put "bake the tofu I turn the oven down to 400, put the tofu onto the cast iron skillet ( its about 500 F° toss on the tofu and shove it back into the oven. No need to flip the tofu as both side are heated simultaneously. been doing this for years. I use either dental floss or a wire cheese slicer / cutter to cut the tofu.
ive drenched / marinated the tofu in:
• Honey
• Jalapeño juice
• maple syrup
• peanut butter sauce
• mustard bath
• wasabi and soy sauce
• citrus juices, orange, lime, grapefruit and even apple & pineapple.
if you have access to a thin marinating meat needle ( I do ) you can even push marinade into the center of the tofu. I've masserated strawberries and filled the tofu.. think of a jelly donut!
rather than use bread, I use butter lettuce or kale leaves.
Amy Katz says
Thanks for sharing all these great ideas!
freida says
Can you airfry instead of bake?
Amy Katz says
Yes, absolutely!
Judy says
Sounds yummy. Is it possible to let the tofu remain in the marinade for several hours to really amp up the flavor?
Amy Katz says
Yes, you can let it marinate by covering it and popping it in the refrigerator.
Lynne says
Morning from New Zealand, thankyou for your ideas and inspiration to using Tofu..I'm trying recipies with tofu, less meat..I'm not that keen on Tofu but will try some of your recipes..Thankyou so much..
Amy Katz says
I hope you like the tofu sandwich, Lynne! Tofu can be prepared in so many different ways. I'm sure we can find some ways for you to enjoy it. 🙂
Debra says
I like to have cucumber and sprouts on my sandwiches, and tomato if I have it. Vegan mayo doesn't agree with me so I spread hummus or vegan cream cheese on my bread.
Amy Katz says
Great ideas, Debra!