Tofu Nuggets

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Tofu Nuggets

Bake tofu nuggets, turning halfway through, until golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.

Ingredients :

  • 14 oz. extra-firm tofu
  • 1/2 tsp. dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, plus more
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1/3 cup potato starch or cornstarch
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3/4 cup store-bought fried onions
  • 1 cup plant-based milk
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tsp. curry powder
  • 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • Store-bought or homemade ranch dressing, for serving

Directions :

  1. Arrange a rack in center of oven; preheat to 375°. Place 3 layers of paper towels or a clean kitchen towel on a plate. Place tofu on towels and cover with another 3 layers of towels or another clean kitchen towel. Place a heavy can or skillet on top of tofu to press moisture out, pouring off excess water and replacing towels as they get soaked, at least 1 hour and up to 3 (you can do this with a tofu press if you have one).
  2. Tear tofu into 1" chunks and transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with basil, black pepper, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne and gently toss with a rubber spatula until coated. Sprinkle with potato starch and gently toss until coated.
  3. In a food processor or spice mill, pulse or grind breadcrumbs and onions until finely crushed and incorporated, 10 to 15 pulses.
  4. Into a shallow bowl, pour milk. Transfer breadcrumb mixture to another shallow bowl. Dip each tofu piece into milk, then toss in breadcrumb mixture until coated. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray tofu with cooking spray, turn over, and spray again.
  5. Bake tofu nuggets, turning halfway through, until golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine ketchup, curry powder, Worcestershire sauce, and chili powder.
  7. Season nuggets with a heavy pinch of salt and transfer to a platter. Serve with ranch and curry ketchup alongside.