Dehydrated BBQ vegan jerky is a two ingredient recipe that makes a great high-protein snack.  Tofu is a good source of plant-based protein, calcium and iron.  Dehydrated vegan jerky is an easy portable snack, perfect for on-the-go days. Linking up with Sarah and Deborah for Meatless Monday.

One of my favorite kitchen toys is my dehydrator.  I’ve used it to make vegan cheese, crackers, crunchy chickpeas, and a bunch of other recipes.  Around Back Friday, two friends reached out to me.  One had just bought a dehydrator and was looking for recipes.  The other had just bought a bunch of tofu at Costco and was looking for recipes to use it up before the expiration date.  That’s how this dehydrated BBQ vegan jerky came to be!

Tofu is a frequent guest in my kitchen. Made from soybeans, tofu is rich in protein and contains all 8 essential amino acids. It’s naturally gluten-free, and a good source of calcium and iron, two essential components of a runner’s diet. Slather it in some BBQ sauce, pop in the dehydrator and ta-da! Super simple vegan tofu jerky.

I eat tofu jerky as a snack, but you can also add it to salads or throw it into soups right before serving (it’ll rehydrate if you put it in while cooking). The BBQ sauce gives it a “meaty” look and great flavor.  You can cut it into squares or strips, whatever you prefer.  The larger the pieces, the longer the dehydrate time.  Be sure to flip the tofu half way to ensure even baking.  

If you try this recipe, let me know! Rate it, leave a comment, take a picture and tag @Rabbitfoodruns on Instagram. I’d love to see how you enjoy your vegan tofu jerky!

Buen Provecho,

Becca

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BBQ Tofu Jerky

Looking for a high-protein, minimal ingredient snack? BBQ tofu jerky is high in protein, calcium and iron - all essential components of an athlete diet. It takes just 10 minutes to prep, and the dehydrator does the rest!

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

5 hours

Servings

squares or strips

Ingredients

• 1 14 oz block of tofu *Extra firm works best
• 1/2 c BBQ sauce

Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 5 hours Servings squares or strips Ingredients 1 14 oz block of tofu *Extra firm works best 1/2 c BBQ sauce

Instructions

1. Remove tofu from packaging and press to remove excess water. If you do not have a tofu press, wrap the block in paper towels and set a heavy pan on top, letting it rest for 10 minutes.
2. Slice the block into 16 squares. Coat each square in BBQ sauce and place on dehydrator mat.
3. Dehydrate at 140F for 6 hours. Flip the tofu halfway.

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