Crispy Tofu Nuggets
A easy vegan alternative that is healthy and packed with protein to keep you satisfied for hours.
Equipment
- Food Processor or blender
Ingredients
- 2 Blocks Extra Firm Tofu
Marinade
- 3 Tbsp Liquid Aminos
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 1 Tbsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Real Maple Syrup
The Wash/Wet Coating
- 1 Cup Unsweetened Plain Plant Based Milk I used unsweetened plain almond milk.
- 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp Flour I used a gluten free flour.
The Crispy Coating
- 2 Cups Corn Flakes
- 2 Cups Rice Crisp
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Ground Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Open to blocks of the extra firm tofu, drain and wrap into cotton towels.
- Press the tofu for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, cube the tofu and place into a medium sized mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix together the liquid aminos, maple syrup, onion powder and minced garlic.
- Pour the mixture over the tofu and lightly stir until everything is covered.
- Marinate the tofu in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- While the tofu is marinating, prepare the wash or wet coating and the crispy coating.
- In a shallow bowl, blend together the milk, cornstarch, flour, then set aside.
- Next add the cornflakes, rice crisp, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a food processor and blend until a coarse crumb.
- Pour into a shallow bowl and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425° F.
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and a drizzle of oil.
- Remove the tofu from the marinade and dip into the wash.
- Next roll the tofu into the crunch mixture until every side is covered.
- Place the tofu onto the parchment paper and continue with the remaining tofu.
- Once the baking sheet is full, place into the oven.
- After 15 minutes, flip the tofu and return to the oven.
- Bake for another 15 to 20 minutes.
- Once the tofu has a slight brown color, remove and serve.
- Serve the tofu with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
What dips compliment the Crispy Tofu Nuggets.
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Maple Syrup
- Thousand Island Dressing
- Barbecue Sauce
- Aioli