Baked Tofu Nuggets

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Vegan Baked Tofu Nuggets

Mastering the art of tofu can give you many options and these nuggets can be combined with many different sauce and bring variety to your meals.
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Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: vegetarian
Keyword: baked nuggets, baked tofu, marinated tofu
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 272kcal
Author: Alex Caspero

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

For the tofu nuggets:

  • 1 15 ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder divided
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt divided

Nugget Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lightly spray a baking sheet with oil and set aside.
  • Tear the tofu into bite-sized nugget pieces and place in a bowl; toss with oil, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • In a separate bowl, toss together the flour, cornstarch, remaining onion powder and garlic powder, baking soda, paprika and remaining salt.
  • Dredge the tofu in the flour mixture and shake off any excess flour. Place on the prepared baking sheet and repeat with remaining nuggets.
  • Cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes so it cooks evenly. Remove and serve with the sauce!

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Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 22.4g | Protein: 11.7g | Fat: 8.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 0.5g

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