Cheryl insists on having a Tofurky a few times a year and I have always enjoyed them. I know some of you are not a fan of faux meats and if that’s you head over to this post on Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Tempeh or make some Slow Cooker Mole Mushrooms.
I think that the older we get the more we crave food from out past. Being vegan means that I won’t eat some traditional foods, but I love veganizing some of those familiar flavors. A protein with stuffing, veggies and mashed potatoes can work with a few tweaks for everyone.
Thanksgiving is behind us which means Tofurkys are about to go on sale! We always stock up while they are cheaper and enjoy them throughout the year. In addition to my slow cooker recipe below, be sure to check out this list of Tofurky recipes I’ve compiled. The Shannons know how to rock a Tofurky.
Slow Cooker Maple Herb Tofurky
If you or a member of your family loves Tofurkey you need to try my slow cooker recipe. It makes a gravy that's slightly sweet and full of herbs. Plus it's all hands off time!
Ingredients
- 1 Tofurkey
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Better than Boullion vegetable flavor (or 2 homemade vegetable bouillon cubes)
- 3/4 teaspoon marjoram
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoons rubbed sage
- 1/8 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
- Place the tofurky in your 2 to 3 quart slow cooker. Mix the sauce ingredients together and pour over the Tofurky.
- Cook on low 7 to 9 hours. If you are at home you can turn the roast over once or twice, but it's fine if you don't. Just make sure to pour gravy over all the servings.
Angela says
Does the tofurky need to be defrosted?
Kathy Hester says
I always defrost mine and think it’s the safest way to go.
Lori says
I made this today. It is excellent. I had thawed out my Tofurky for Chrismas Day, but didn’t read the directions to realize it had to cook 1½ hours. I discovered that about 30 minutes before mealtime, so I had some vegan filet mignon that I had made before and froze. I put this in my 2 qt. Crock Pot at Noon today and made some Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with garlic to go with it. I thickened the gravy with a little flour, but it would have been good thinner, too. Excellent way to make a Tofurky. I’ll be making it this way again! No fuss and doesn’t take up oven space. Thanks, Kathy!!!
Kathy Hester says
So glad you like it!
Colleen says
Is there a general formula for converting your recipes that are made with a smaller slow cooker to a larger one (I have the large Instant Pot)? All your recipes look so good.
Lori Dolnick says
I made this for Thanksgiving! It came out very nicely. Doubled the recipe for 2 Tofurky’s. I would recommend turning the Tofurky to keep it moist. I have a large crock pot.
Kathy Hester says
I’m so happy to hear that!
Kelly says
Is it okay to double the gravy recipe to have extra for later and for mashed potatoes?
Kathy Hester says
That should work great!
Linda says
Hi! This sounds delicious!! I’m Going to make this for thanksgiving- can I just use vegetable broth instead of bullions? How much should I use?
Kathy Hester says
I would switch out the 1 cup of water for broth.
Linda says
Thank you!! Happy Thanksgiving!
Katie says
I am planning to on doubling this in my crockpot, should I triple the sauce?
Kathy Hester says
I would.