If you’ve ever missed the rich, savory taste of salami but want to keep things plant-based, this baked tofu “salami” is exactly what you need! 

It’s firm, spicy, and full of umami, perfect for sandwiches, salads, or even a vegan charcuterie board. The combination of smoked paprika, fennel seeds, and a touch of liquid smoke gives it that classic salami flavor, while the tofu provides the perfect texture.

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 Vegan Salami

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 Prep Time: 20 min 

 Bake Time:45–50 min 

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 Ingredients:

• 400 g firm tofu (pressed well to remove excess water)

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp fennel seeds (optional)

• ½ tsp ground black pepper

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

• 1 tsp liquid smoke (optional)

• 1–2 tbsp chickpea flour or oat flour

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 Instructions:

1. Preheat & prep tofu: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Crumble tofu into a bowl or pulse briefly in a food processor—texture should be crumbly but not mushy.

2. Mix flavors: Add tomato paste, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, fennel seeds, black pepper, chili flakes, olive oil, nutritional yeast, liquid smoke, and chickpea/oat flour. Mix until sticky and dough-like.

3. Shape the “salami”: On parchment paper, form the mixture into a log, roughly 20 cm long. Press firmly so it holds together. For the crust effect, you can sprinkle some flour (I've used coconut flour).

4. Bake: Wrap loosely in parchment or foil. Bake 25 min, unwrap, then bake another 20–25 min until slightly firm and browned on top. 

   
   
   

5. Cool & slice: Let it cool completely—this firms it up. Slice thinly for sandwiches, salads, or charcuterie boards.

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 Tips for Best Flavor:

• Chill in the fridge for a few hours or overnight before slicing. Its flavors intensify.

• Adjust smoked paprika and chili flakes to taste.

• Optional herbs like oregano or thyme make it more Italian-style.

• Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or almonds) to the mixture for extra texture and richness, which makes it feel more indulgent and hearty.

• You can shape this into one large salami for a centerpiece, or make smaller salamis for snacks and party platters.

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Nutrition (per 1 small salami):

Calories: ~170 kcal
Protein: ~13 g
Fat: ~8 g
Carbs: ~9 g
Fiber: ~2 g

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