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Vegetarian Philly Cheesesteak

This quick and satisfying tofu cheesesteak delivers all the savoury flavour and texture you love without the meat. Perfect for a weeknight meal.
5 from 1 vote
DieTARY CHOICEEgg-Free Recipes, Nut-Free Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Sandwiches & Wraps
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 382 kcal

Equipment

1 frying pan
1 mixing bowl
1 oven tray

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Ingredients
  

  • 400 g extra-firm frozen tofu thawed
  • 125 g onion sliced
  • 1 green pepper sliced
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 rolls such as hoagies, sub rolls, hot dog rolls
  • Buttery spread of choice
  • 100 g grated cheddar cheese

SPICE BLEND

  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian herbs
  • ½ tsp chilli powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2- 3 Tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • Place the spice blend ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
    1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp Italian herbs, ½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, 2- 3 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • Drain the thawed tofu to extract as much water as possible. Cut the tofu block into small strips.
    400 g extra-firm frozen tofu
  • Toss the tofu strips and gently in the spice blend until coated all over. Set aside while you cook the onion and pepper.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and pepper and fry until the onion is soft and golden, about 8-10 minutes.
    125 g onion, 1 green pepper, 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • Remove the onion and pepper from the pan. Add a little bit of oil to the pan if needed, and fry the tofu strips until golden. Mix in the onion and pepper. Season to taste with salt. Remove the pan from the heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Switch on the oven grill.
  • Cut the rolls in half lengthwise and butter the insides. Place the rolls on an oven tray.
    4 rolls, Buttery spread of choice
  • Divide the tofu mixture between each roll. Top each roll with grated cheese.
    100 g grated cheddar cheese
  • Grill for a few minutes until the cheese has melted and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 382kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 21gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 762mgPotassium: 138mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 484IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 329mgIron: 12mg

Find this recipe online:

Vegetarian Philly Cheesesteak

https://theflexitarian.co.uk/recipe-items/vegetarian-philly-cheesesteak/