Sauerkraut-Rice Moussaka
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Difficulty: 2 (1 - 5)
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Allergens: Soy
- Categories: Dinner Gluten Free Lunch Main Dishes
A creative fusion dish that combines elements of traditional moussaka with sauerkraut and Asian influences. This layered casserole features a base of fluffy rice, seasoned tofu 'meat', tangy sauerkraut, and a creamy vegan topping. It's a unique combination that brings together different culinary traditions in one comforting dish!
Make sure your rice is cooked but not mushy - it needs to hold up as a base.Press your tofu before cutting it to remove excess moisture.Really drain that sauerkraut well - excess liquid can make your moussaka watery.Let the dish rest after baking for cleaner portions.When reheating, cover with foil and heat in a 160°C oven until warmed through.
Base Layer Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. For extra flavor, you can use vegetable broth instead of water.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a 30x40cm baking pan with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Once rice is cooked, spread it evenly in the prepared pan, pressing down gently to create a firm base.
Tofu Layer Instructions
- Cut the tofu into small cubes (about 1cm).
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Toss the tofu cubes in the seasoning mixture until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned tofu evenly over the rice layer.
Sauerkraut Layer Instructions
- Drain the sauerkraut well. Give it a taste - if it's too sour for your liking, you can rinse it briefly with cold water, but don't overdo it as we want to keep some of that tangy flavor.
- Mix the drained sauerkraut with vegetable seasoning.
- Spread the seasoned sauerkraut evenly over the tofu layer.
Cream Topping Instructions
- In a bowl, combine vegan sour cream and cooking cream.
- Add salt and mix well until smooth.
- Pour the cream mixture evenly over the sauerkraut layer.
- Use a spatula to spread it evenly, making sure to cover all the corners.
Baking and Serving Instructions
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving - this helps the layers set and makes it easier to portion.
- Cut into squares and serve hot.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
- Make sure your rice is cooked but not mushy - it needs to hold up as a base.
- Press your tofu before cutting it to remove excess moisture.
- Really drain that sauerkraut well - excess liquid can make your moussaka watery.
- Let the dish rest after baking for cleaner portions.
- When reheating, cover with foil and heat in a 160°C oven until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
6 Servings per container
Serving Size 1 servings (250 g)
Amount per serving
Calories 420
% Daily Value
Total Fat 12 g
15%
Saturated Fat 2 g
10%
Trans Fat 0 g
0%
Cholesterol 0 mg
0%
Sodium 600 mg
26%
Total Carbohydrate 60 g
22%
Dietary Fiber 8 g
32%
Total Sugars 4 g
8%
Protein 20 g
40%
Vitamin D 0 mcg
0%
Calcium 200 mg
15%
Iron 2 mg
11%
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily
diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically