For hardcore carnivores and BBQ lovers this might seem like a foreign concept and a very daunting challenge. However, with the use of smoked spices, you can make meals that are so delicious and hearty you will never even miss the meat. Here are a few ideas:
- Marinate portabello mushrooms in a mixture of olive oil and our smoked BBQ spice. Throw them on the grill until tender and serve on a whole wheat bun with all your favorite fixins. Mushrooms tend to have a meaty texture and make a delicious burger substitute.
- Why not make Mondays homemade pizza nights? For a shortcut, you can buy pre-made pizza dough in almost every supermarket. Top with sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil and a sprinkle of our smoked garlic. The rich smoky flavor will make this unlike any pizza you have ever tasted.
- To celebrate the upcoming arrival of fall, try pumpkin pie for dessert. You can follow any pumpkin pie recipe you are comfortable with, but use our smoked cinnamon instead of regular. A new twist on an old favorite.
What is your favorite Meatless Monday recipe? If you are new to the concept, you still have six days to prepare so get your smoked spices ready!
My family's favorite meatless recipe is BBQ Style Tofu, which would also be great with the addition of smoked BBQ spice. It's great served over brown basmati rice. 1 block of tofu serves 2; multiply as needed.
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2 egg whites
2 tablespoons + 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 teaspoons agave syrup (or sugar*)
1 cup whole wheat flour (or white)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons peanut oil
Drain and press tofu block. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or line with parchment paper. Slice tofu block into 24 cubes. Place cubes on baking sheet. Bake 20 minutes; remove to a dish to cool. Whisk together egg whites, 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce and agave syrup (*if using sugar, add to flour mixture). Add cooled tofu cubes and toss to coat. Mix flour, salt and pepper (*and sugar, if using). Add tofu cubes one at a time, rolling to coat with flour, until all are coated. Let tofu sit in flour until ready to brown. Coat the bottom of a large skillet with peanut oil. Over medium-high heat brown tofu cubes in batches (do not overcrowd) about 1 minute on each side, about 6 minutes total; drain on paper towels. Wipe out the skillet, heat over medium heat and return tofu to pan with remaining barbecue sauce. Heat and stir until thoroughly coated and hot.