This smoky, hearty tofu goulash is a delicious plant-based twist on the classic Hungarian dish. Packed with the rich flavours from smoked paprika, tomatoes, and peppers, it’s a comforting meal that’s both vegan and gluten-free. Smoked tofu adds a satisfying texture and depth, making it a great alternative to traditional meat-based goulash.
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Smoky Vegan Tofu Goulash – A Hearty & Flavourful Classic
This smoked tofu goulash is packed with flavour and goodness, making it the perfect cosy meal on a cold evening. With sweet potatoes, peppers, and fragrant smoked paprika, it is rich, hearty, and seriously satisfying. Smoked tofu gives it a lovely, slightly chewy texture, but if you prefer something milder, plain tofu works just as well.
This recipe is really easy to make, so you can enjoy a delicious homemade meal without too much effort. Either way, the tofu soaks up all those rich, warming spices, making each mouthful packed with flavour.
Perfect for chilly evenings or when you just fancy something wholesome, this goulash is completely vegan and gluten-free. Serve it on its own or pair it with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Not sure what to make with tofu? Read my Tofu vs Tempeh: Taste, Nutrition and Cooking Tips guide.
I created this recipe for Tofoo, a brand new tofu range handmade to a traditional Japanese recipe in small batches in Yorkshire.
Tofoo is organic (certified by the Soil Association), non-GM and also free of gluten, wheat, yeast and dairy. You can read more about Tofoo here.
Smoked with beechwood, Tofoo Smoked adds a distinctively rich flavour which is also not too strong.
More Smoked Tofu Recipes To Try
- Kimchi Fried Rice (with smoked tofu)
- Asian Vermicelli Noodle Salad (with smoked tofu)
- Warm Lentil Salad With Smoked Tofu
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Smoked Tofu Goulash [vegan] [gluten free]
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 400 g sweet potatoes
- 280 g Tofoo Smoked Tofu
- 1 red pepper
- 1 yellow pepper
- 400 g can chopped tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 3 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tsp ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 75 ml white wine
- 1 onion – finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves – crushed
- 500 ml vegetable stock
- olive oil
- bunch of fresh parsley
- lemon juice to taste
- salt & pepper
- Cooked rice or grain (barley, quinoa etc… ) to serve with
Instructions
- Remove the tofu from packaging. Press to drain off any excess water.280 g Tofoo Smoked Tofu
- When you are ready to start cooking, heat some olive oil in a large saucepan.olive oil
- Add onion, garlic, smoked paprika and cumin. Cook for a few minutes until onion is soft.3 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 onion – finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves – crushed, 3 tsp ground cumin
- Cut peppers in 2cm [0.8 inches] wide slices. Half each slice by cutting it across its width. Cut sweet potatoes in 2cm [0.8 inches] dice. Cut pressed tofu in 2cm [0.8 inches] dice.400 g sweet potatoes, 1 red pepper, 1 yellow pepper
- Add peppers and sweet potatoes to onion mixture. Stir in tomato paste.2 Tbsp tomato paste
- Add chopped tomatoes, vegetable stock, wine and bay leaf.400 g can chopped tomatoes, 75 ml white wine, 500 ml vegetable stock, 1 bay leaf
- Tip tofu in the saucepan. Stir gently to mix ingredients in without breaking up the tofu dice.
- Bring to a boil then cook under medium heat for 20-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are soft (they should still have a bite).
- Season to taste with lemon juice (1/4 to 1/2 lemon), salt & pepper.lemon juice to taste, salt & pepper
- Add one to 2 generous handfuls of chopped parsley on top.bunch of fresh parsley
- Serve with cooked rice or grain (barley, quinoa etc… ).Cooked rice or grain (barley, quinoa etc… ) to serve with
Nutrition
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Absolutely delicious, packed with flavour and colour. Makes you happy just to eat! My husband, who’s an avowed meat eater, loves this dish.
So glad you liked it. Thanks for your feedback!
Could I replace the tofu with a bean and if so which would you recommend?
Hi Jaci, Yes you can replace the tofu with beans. Canned butter beans should work well. Simply rinse and drain them well before adding to the dish once the sweet potatoes are cooked (step 9). Let me know how it works out. Annabelle x