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Grilled Steak with Coffee Caramel Pudding

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This sassy, savory-sweet combo features a smoky vegan steak and a silky, caffeinated caramel pudding. Fancy, flavorful, and fully meat-free.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegan “Grilled Steak”:

  • 1 block extra-firm tofu pressed
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Fresh thyme to garnish

Coffee Caramel Pudding:

  • ½ cup brewed strong coffee
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions
 

For the Vegan Grilled Steak:

  • Slice tofu lengthwise into thick steaks.
  • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, olive oil, vinegar, paprika, garlic, and pepper.
  • Marinate tofu for 15 minutes.
  • Heat grill pan over medium heat.
  • Cook tofu 4–5 minutes each side until golden and grill-marked.
  • Sprinkle with thyme. Serve hot.

For the Coffee Caramel Pudding:

  • In a saucepan, whisk coffee, coconut milk, sugar, and cornstarch.
  • Heat over medium until it thickens, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in maple syrup, vanilla, and salt.
  • Pour into ramekins or dish.
  • Chill for 2 hours or until set.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 410
  • Total Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 13g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving):

  • Iron: 14%
  • Calcium: 10%
  • Magnesium: 9%
  • Potassium: 11%
  • Vitamin B6: 6%

Additional Notes/Tips:

  • Freeze then thaw tofu first for a firmer, meatier texture.
  • Add a splash of bourbon to the caramel for a scandalous twist.
  • Serve with roasted veggies or just a really good wine.
  • Don’t skimp on the thyme—it gives steakhouse-level glam.