Barbecue Tofu Sandwich

For lunch or dinner, this BBQ tofu sandwich is a tasty and filling vegan and gluten-free option. BBQ sauce covers crispy baked tofu slices, and a crunchy coleslaw mix goes with it. The whole thing is served on gluten-free buns.

Ingredients:

• 1 block extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce vegan and gluten-free
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 gluten-free sandwich buns
• 1 cup coleslaw mix
• 1 tablespoon vegan mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400F 200C

Slice the tofu into 1/2-inch thick slices

In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper

Place the tofu slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush both sides with the barbecue sauce mixture

Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tofu is golden and crispy

In a separate bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, vegan mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and celery seeds

Mix well

Toast the gluten-free sandwich buns if desired

Assemble the sandwiches by placing a few slices of barbecue tofu on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a spoonful of coleslaw mixture, and then the top half of the bun

Serve immediately and enjoy