Go Back
–+ servings
Print Recipe
5 from 1 vote

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.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: vegetarian
Keyword: baked nuggets, baked tofu, marinated tofu
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!

Nutrition

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