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Gravy being poured onto a pile of turkey slices on a white plate with a silver fork.

Vegan Turkey (for Thanksgiving & Christmas Dinner)

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Author: Tracy Halasz
Cost: $3.00

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces tofu, extra firm (350 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons oil and vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2+ tablespoons sage and onion seasoning (see recipe)

Optional

  • ¼ - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup vegan chicken broth
  • 1 cup oyster mushrooms, strips (see photo)
  • 3-4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  • Wrap the extra firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and gently press/pat dry. Slice the tofu into thin pieces (see photo). If using oyster mushrooms, slice or break into strips.
  • Transfer the tofu and mushrooms into a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with half the sage and onion seasoning and toss to incorporate. Add the remaining seasoning and toss again.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegan butter, ½ tablespoon of olive oil and half a teaspoon kosher salt in a large skillet over high heat*. Add the shaved tofu/mushroom mixture. (Adjust temperature as needed.)
  • Flip and stir the tofu until some of the pieces are crispy and some are caramelized but still tender and juicy (about 10-15 minutes). Add ¼ cup of vegan chicken broth after ~8 minutes to keep the larger turkey slices juicy and also to add extra flavor.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as desired - add more salt, garlic powder or sage and onion seasoning to taste.

Notes

Vegan chicken broth: for an extra boost of turkey flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash or two of vegan chicken broth (I like Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Base).
Garlic: if you like extra garlic flavor, add ¼ teaspoon garlic powder when seasoning the tofu.
Oyster mushrooms: the oyster mushrooms are optional, but they add good texture, moisture, and the crispy bits are super flavorful and irresistible. If you have some, I recommend giving them a try.
Green onions: the addition of green onions adds more good flavor and holiday color.
Ideas for leftover vegan turkey slices: hot or cold vegan turkey sandwiches are superb. Vegan Thanksgiving Wrap: tuck shaved turkey into a wrap with crispy potatoes, leafy greens, and a dollop of cranberry mayo.
Crispy Vegan Turkey Bacon: Pan fry the leftover shaved turkey in a bit of oil or air fry them and serve with vegan scrambled eggs and hashbrowns for breakfast on Boxing Day!