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Vegan Tofu Sausage Gravy

Delicious Vegan Tofu Sausage Gravy for Comforting Mornings

This Vegan Tofu Sausage Gravy is a delightful comfort food that satisfies your cravings without meat or dairy.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Gravy Base
  • 2 tablespoons Reduced-Sodium Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 block Firm or Extra-Firm Tofu Avoid silken tofu
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend as an alternative
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Almond or oat milk can be used as substitutes
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter Any vegan margarine can serve this purpose
Seasoning Mixture
  • ¼ cup Nutritional Yeast Omit for a simpler taste
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika for a milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Cayenne can heighten the heat
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Consider fresh oregano for a brighter flavor
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust according to dietary needs
Gravy Sauce
  • 1 to 1½ cups Water Adjust amount based on desired thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use any cooking oil on hand

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a bowl, whisk together reduced-sodium soy sauce, water, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and chili powder. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble tofu into the pan and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until golden-brown.
  3. Pour the seasoning mixture into the pan with the tofu, stirring well. Cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and sprinkle all-purpose flour over the mixture. Stir thoroughly for about 5 minutes.
  5. Gradually whisk in water and soy milk, stirring constantly for 5 to 7 minutes as the gravy thickens.
  6. Stir in vegan butter until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Press tofu to remove excess moisture for the best texture. Adjust seasoning gradually as needed.

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