Vegan Kushiage

Vegan Kushiage is a delightful Japanese skewered dish featuring an array of vegetables and tofu, perfectly coated in a crunchy panko crust. These flavorful bites are ideal for sharing and are sure to impress with their crispy texture and savory taste.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium
• Carrot - 1 medium
• Panko breadcrumbs - 100 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Cornstarch - 30 grams
• Plant-based milk - 100 ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Steps

1. Press the firm tofu for about 15 minutes to remove excess water, then cut it into 1-inch cubes.
2. Slice the zucchini, mushrooms, bell pepper, and carrot into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
4. In another bowl, combine the plant-based milk, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create a wet batter.
5. Prepare a plate with panko breadcrumbs.
6. Skewer the tofu and vegetables onto bamboo skewers, alternating between them.
7. Dip each skewer first into the flour mixture, then into the wet batter, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
9. Fry the skewers in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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