Crispy Breaded Tofu Sticks made with extra firm tofu, cornstarch, water, soy sauce, breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, salt, vegetable oil, bbq sauce

Crispy Breaded Tofu Sticks

These super crispy breaded tofu sticks are made with just 5 pantry staples and can be pan-fried, baked, or air-fried to golden perfection. They are versatile, delicious, easy to make gluten-free, and adaptable with various seasonings and coatings.

3 servings
Updated

Price per Serving

AUD: A$ 2.20
EUR: € 1.60
GBP: £ 1.28
USD: $ 1.90
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Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain and press the extra firm tofu (15 ounces) and cut the block into strips the size and length of a finger.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, combine the cornstarch (0.5 cup), water (0.25 cup), and soy sauce (2 tbsp) and whisk thoroughly with a fork.

  3. 3

    Pour breadcrumbs (0.5 cup), nutritional yeast (1 tbsp), and salt (1 pinch) onto a plate and mix thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Heat vegetable oil (0.25 cup) in a large pan over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Dip the [tofu strips] into the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated and immediately press into the breadcrumbs until all sides of the tofu are completely covered.

  6. 6

    Once the [vegetable oil] is hot, lay the [tofu] on the pan and cook until it turns golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.

  7. 7

    Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and serve with bbq sauce (0.5 cup).

Nutrition Facts

Per portion

480
kcal
16
Protein (g)
48
Carbs (g)
26
Fat (g)

Macronutrients

Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 17 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugars 12 g

Micronutrients

iron
3mg
44% DV
sodium
692mg
90% DV
calcium
50mg
12% DV
potassium
340mg
22% DV
vitamin a
0mcg
vitamin c
0mg
1% DV
vitamin k
31mcg
77% DV

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