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Vegan Pan-Fried Tofu Nuggets

Crispy Vegan Pan-Fried Tofu Nuggets Ready in 15 Minutes

These Vegan Pan-Fried Tofu Nuggets are a quick and healthy snack option bursting with flavor, ready in just 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tofu Mixture
  • 1 block Firm Tofu Extra-firm preferred
  • 1/2 cup Cashew Nuts Or substitute with almonds
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Wheat Flour Substitute with rice flour for gluten-free
Frying
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Neutral oil with a high smoke point, like canola

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Frying Pan
  • Plate
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Press the firm tofu to remove excess water by wrapping it in a towel and placing a heavy object on top for 10 minutes.
  2. Cut the pressed tofu into pieces, then add to a food processor with cashew nuts, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Roll the blended mixture into nugget-sized pieces and coat lightly in wheat flour.
  4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Pan-fry the nuggets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer cooked nuggets to paper towels to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 4nuggetsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a versatile snack, pair with various dipping sauces or serve over a salad. Leftover nuggets can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day or frozen for longer storage.

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