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Crispy BBQ Tofu

Crispy BBQ Tofu You'll Crave Every Single Day

This Crispy BBQ Tofu is a delicious, plant-based dish that offers irresistible crunch and versatility for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 block Firm Tofu Choose firm or extra-firm for best results.
  • 1 cup Soy Milk Creamy non-dairy options like cashew or oat milk work well.
  • 1 cup All Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour for a GF version.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Enhances crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Delivers savory depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements garlic.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Fresh ground is preferable.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For gluten-free, choose GF breadcrumbs.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Vegan BBQ Sauce Amplifies the flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Weight for Pressing

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy BBQ Tofu
  1. Begin by pressing the firm tofu to remove excess moisture. Wrap in a towel and place a weight on top for about 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking.
  3. After pressing, cut the tofu into your desired shapes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy milk, flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with additional salt and pepper.
  6. Coat each tofu piece in the batter, then roll in the seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
  7. Bake the coated tofu in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove the tofu, toss in BBQ sauce, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Brush with extra BBQ sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Press the tofu thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Use panko for best texture.

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