Crispy Tofu Nuggets

Crispy Tofu Nuggets are a delightful vegan Chinese snack that combines the crunchiness of perfectly fried tofu with a savory soy-garlic marinade. These bite-sized morsels are not only satisfying but also packed with flavor, making them a perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Cornstarch - 50 grams
• All-purpose flour - 30 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 20 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Press the tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, all-purpose flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. In another bowl, combine soy sauce and sesame oil.
4. Dip each tofu cube into the soy sauce mixture, then coat it with the dry flour mixture.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot.
6. Fry the tofu nuggets in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the nuggets and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, making it a great meat alternative.
• Rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients from tofu.

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