Air Fryer Vegan Ham
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Who says vegans can’t enjoy holiday ham? Our air fryer vegan ham recipe will have you feeling festive and satisfied in no time. If you’re new to the vegan lifestyle or just looking for a change in your holiday menu, our air fryer vegan ham recipe is a must-try. You can now enjoy the same juicy and savory taste without animal products.
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There’s nothing like the thrill of seeing a holiday centerpiece that everyone can enjoy, and this will look incredible on your table, like the ultimate meat-free main course, and can proudly hold its own against a mushroom wellington or lentil loaf.
Why you’ll love this vegan ham recipe
- Free oven space by air frying this easy vegan ham.
- It’s a perfect centerpiece for your Easter, Thanksgiving, or family feast.
- The smoky flavor and meaty texture are ideal for those cutting down on meat.
- You can make it ahead and even freeze it.
- All the ingredients are 100% vegetarian and vegan.
Ingredients you’ll need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to make air fryer vegan ham roast with step-by-step instructions
A complete printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.
Crumble the tofu with your hands over a cheesecloth and strain it to remove as much water as possible.
Transfer the tofu crumbs to a food processor and add nutritional yeast, vegan ketchup, smoked paprika powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed garlic clove, liquid smoke, salt, and pulse until fully processed.
Transfer the tofu mixture to a bowl and add the vital wheat gluten and veggie stock, and mix until soft; you should get an easy-to-mold dough.
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F/180ºC.
Transfer the mixture to a foil-lined baking dish (around 5 x 7 inches), top it with aluminum foil, place it in the air fryer basket, and bake for 40 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, veggie stock, and molasses or maple syrup for the ham glaze.
Once the ham is cooked, flip it over another baking tray and make a cross pattern with a knife; insert one clove in every box and pour the glaze over the top.
Air fry for a further 10 minutes or until it is fully caramelized.
Remove from the air fryer, place on a serving platter, slice, and serve immediately.
Equipment
- 7" x 5" Baking Dish
Ingredients
For the vegan ham:
- 5½ ounces soft tofu block
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup vegan ketchup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup vital wheat gluten
- ¼ cup veggie stock use more if needed
For the glaze:
- ¼ cup vegan ketchup
- 2 tablespoons veggie stock
- 2 tablespoons molasses or maple syrup
Instructions
- Crumble the tofu with your hands over a cheesecloth and strain it to remove as much water as possible. Transfer the tofu crumbs to a food processor and add nutritional yeast, vegan ketchup, smoked paprika powder, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed garlic clove, liquid smoke, salt, and pulse until fully processed.5½ ounces soft tofu block, ¼ cup nutritional yeast, ¼ cup vegan ketchup, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon liquid smoke, 1 teaspoon salt
- Transfer the tofu mixture to a bowl and add the vital wheat gluten and veggie stock, and mix until soft; you should get an easy-to-mold dough.¼ cup vital wheat gluten, ¼ cup veggie stock
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F/180ºC. Transfer the mixture to a foil-lined baking dish (around 5 x 7 inches), top it with aluminum foil, place it in the air fryer basket, and bake for 40 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup, veggie stock, and molasses or maple syrup for the ham glaze. Once the ham is cooked, flip it over another baking tray and make a cross pattern with a knife; insert one clove in every box and pour the glaze over the top. Air fry for a further 10 minutes or until it is fully caramelized. Remove from the air fryer, place on a serving platter, slice, and serve immediately.¼ cup vegan ketchup, 2 tablespoons veggie stock, 2 tablespoons molasses or maple syrup
Notes
- Storage:
Keep leftover ham in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 3 months. - Preheat:
We pre-heat our air fryer, but if you have an oven-style basket-type air fryer, then you probably won’t need to. - Watch closely:
Every air fryer cooks differently; different brands and capacities can mean that your food will need a longer or shorter cooking time, so keep a close eye on them.
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Recipe notes and expert tips
- Storage
Keep leftover ham in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 3 months. - Preheat
We pre-heat our air fryer, but if you have an oven-style basket-type air fryer, then you probably won’t need to. - Watch closely
Every air fryer cooks differently; different brands and capacities can mean that your food will need a longer or shorter cooking time, so keep a close eye on them.
How to store leftover ham?
You can store leftover vegan ham in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
It will also freeze for up to 3 months; allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
What to serve with vegan ham
Serve with all your favorite sides; all of these can be made in the air fryer;
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