How to Make Tofu Nuggets

Growing up chicken nuggets were a go-to in our house or even when we went out places. They are a safe, simple and delicious food and I want you to know that despite being plant-based they can still be a staple for parents and children alike. Behold my recipe to show you how to make tofu nuggets.

These come together very fast and I pretty much always make them with my crispy oil-free french fries. They’re really flexible and customizable to what you’ve got on hand. The ideal breading for me is corn flake, but I’ve been able to use pretty much any dry cereal in a pinch. Use whatever you have access to. If you like things on the spicy side feel free to add some cayenne pepper to the mix!

If you don’t have a lot of time to prep you can skip the marinade step below. It’s a really nice way to boost the flavours a little bit. It’s not going to make or break the dish. 

These are a huge hit with everyone I’ve ever made them for. The fact that you can dip ‘em in, well, whatever you want, only makes them all the more awesome! Now that you know how to make tofu nuggets you have no excuse not to smash them into your face!

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How to Make Tofu Nuggets

Author: Jeremy LaLonde Cooking Method: Oven Cuisine: North American Courses: Lunch Recipe Keys: G gluten-free Kids N nut-free O oil-free

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 205 kcal

Description

Kids love nuggets, so here’s now to make tofu nuggets. Healthy and plant-based and ready to be dipped in whatever you love.

Ingredients

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Marinade

• ¹⁄₄ cup Tamari
• ¹⁄₂ cup Low-Sodium Vegetable Stock
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
• 1 Block of Extra-Firm Tofu

Wet Mixture

• ³⁄₄ cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or plant-based milk of your choice)
• 1 ¹⁄₂ tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour (or gluten-free all purpose 1:1)

Breading

• 1 ¹⁄₄ cup Corn Flakes, Rice Crispies, or Bran Flakes
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 tsp Sea Salt

Instructions

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1. Cut tofu into small pieces. Anywhere from one inch to a flat square. Whatever you want!

   In an airtight container mix together all the marinade ingredient, add the tofu and let it marinate at least 15 minutes, and up to over night. Flip it over every so often to make sure everything gets soaked in it.

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2. Combine the breading ingredients, add the apple cider vinegar to the plant milk and let sit for 5 minutes. Pour flour into a separate bowl.

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3. Take the tofu out of the marinade and tip into the flour, shake off any extra and then dip into the milk mixture and then quickly toss it in the breading until coated and place on a silicon baking sheet. Repeat until all tofu is done.

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4. Either fry on a non-stick pan for about 2-4 minutes per side or bake in oven at 400 F for twenty-five minutes, flipping halfway through.

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5. Serve with dipping sauces or eat inside taco or sandwiches. Either way smash this into your face!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1/4 of the nuggets

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 205kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.1g4%

Saturated Fat 0.3g2%

Sodium 1671mg70%

Potassium 348mg10%

Total Carbohydrate 38.5g13%

Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%

Sugars 2.5g

Protein 9.5g19%

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Calcium 6 mg

Iron 34 mg

Vitamin D 2 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: kids, gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free