57min 4 ppl
Crispy Tofu Tenders
38 minutes
4 people
Medium31–60 min or 7–12 steps
38 min · 7 steps
Medium: 31–60 min or 7–12 steps
320 kcalper person
Protein 16g
Carbs 30g
Fats 16g
About this dish
Firm tofu strips marinated in spiced plant milk and hot sauce, then coated in panko and fried until golden - a fully plant-based tender.
Allergy Info
Gluten
Diet Info
Vegan
Ingredients
Dairy & Eggs
- Oat milk, unsweetened240 ml
Plant Proteins
- Tofuextra-firm, pressed and sliced into finger-width strips500 g
Dried Goods
- Plain flour150 g
- Panko breadcrumbs150 g
Spices & Seasonings
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Smoked paprika1 tsp
- Cayenne pepper0.5 tsp
- kosher salt1 tsp
Oils & Condiments
- Hot sauce2 tbsp
- Vegetable Oilfor frying1 l
Utensils
- Mixing bowl
- Large frying pan
- Meat thermometer
- Slotted spoon
- Wire rack
Method
1
Press the tofu between kitchen paper to remove excess moisture, then slice into finger-width strips.
Approx. 6 minutes
2
Whisk the oat milk and hot sauce together in a shallow bowl, then submerge the tofu strips and leave to marinate for 15 minutes.
Approx. 4 minutes
3
Whisk the flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper and kosher salt together in a separate bowl.
Approx. 3 minutes
4
Dip the marinated tofu strips in the seasoned flour, back into the milk mixture, then coat evenly in the panko breadcrumbs.
Approx. 6 minutes
5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan to 180°C, checking the temperature with a meat thermometer.
Approx. 8 minutes
6
Fry the tofu strips in batches until golden and crisp on all sides.
Approx. 8 minutes
7
Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
Approx. 3 minutes
