Crispy Breaded Tofu
 
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Crispy breaded tofu is super easy to make & will show you tips on how to get the crispiest tofu ever by using water to fry your tofu!
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Recipe type: Main
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 package firm tofu, pressed, cut into cubes & marinated in broth or marinade of choice) for at least 15 mins
  • juice of ½ lime
  • ½ paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • pinch of salt
Instructions
  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat to 375F.
  2. Add cubed tofu (pressed if you want) to a bowl and season with; lime juice, paprika, salt, onion & garlic powder.
  3. In a small bowl whisk together; cornmeal, flour, and salt.
  4. Fill a tall glass with cold water.
  5. Using a toothpick, one at a time, coat each cube in the cornmeal mixture, then dip into the water. When the water stops dripping, place the cub into the hot oil and fry for a couple of minutes on each side to get the most crispy breaded tofu you'll ever have!
  6. Enjoy dipping your crispy tofu in a vegan dill dip or vegan caper aioli sauce!
Recipe by The Edgy Veg at https://www.theedgyveg.com/2023/07/21/crispy-breaded-tofu/