VEGAN PEPPERONI

Ingredients

• 10 ounces extra-firm tofu (organic when possible)
• 1 - 1 1/2 tsp each sea salt and ground black pepper
• 2-3 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (depending on preferred heat level)
• 2 tsp ground mustard seeds
• 1 tsp fennel seeds (lightly crushed)
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp coconut sugar
• 1/4 tsp ground anise
• 1 tsp A1 sauce or liquid smoke (optional)
• Cooking spray or olive oil for baking

Instructions

1. Wrap tofu in a clean towel and set something heavy on top - like a cast-iron skillet - to press out liquid for 10-15 minutes. Also preheat oven to 400 degrees F (204 C).
2. Once pressed, cube tofu and add to a food processor along with sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flake, ground mustard, fennel seeds, smoked paprika, garlic powder, coconut sugar, ground anise, and A1 sauce/liquid smoke (optional). Mix/pulse to combine, scraping down sides as needed.
3. Sample and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt for saltiness, red pepper flake for heat, paprika for smokiness, or coconut sugar for sweetness.
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