Cornmeal Crusted Tofu Food

CHILE CORNMEAL CRUSTED TOFU

Chile Cornmeal Crusted Tofu image

Yum, Yum! I adapted this recipe from Veganomicon, and it turned out great. I really, really like the use of cornstarch and soy milk to mimick the raw egg traditionally used in "breading" recipes. I used the tofu to make "Po Boy" style sandwiches by placing the fried tofu on grilled rolls with chipotle vegan mayo and fresh yellow tomatoes. The only major change I made from the original recipe was to add a tsp or two of Old Bay Seasoning, and some extra salt (I actually used Penzey's Special Smokey Seasoned Salt)

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories Soy/Tofu

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

canola oil, for frying
1 lb extra firm tofu, drained and pressed
1 cup unsweetened soymilk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 -2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon lime zest

Steps:

Slice the tofu block into 8 slices, widthwise. Then cut each slice in half diagonally, to make 16 triangles.
Using a wide shallow dish, add the soymilk and cornstarch and wisk until well combined, and cornstarch is completely disolved.
In another shallow dish, combine the cornmeal, spices, salt and zest, and gently wisk to combine.
Heat about 1/4 inch canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Dip each tofu triangle into the soymilk mixture, and then dredge completely in the seasoned cornmeal mixture.
When oil is hot, fry pieces in skillet for about 3 minutes on each side, I usually do 6-8 pieces at a time.
Drain on paper towels.
Serve plain, or on grilled rolls with vegan mayo, lettuce and tomato!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.4, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 646.1, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 1, Protein 10.1

VEGAN CORNMEAL BREADED TOFU RECIPE

Vegan Cornmeal Breaded Tofu Recipe image

Kids are sure to love this easy vegan cornmeal breaded tofu recipe. Serve with a dipping sauce, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories Entree Side Dish Snack

Time 22m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 package tofu (firm or extra firm, well pressed)
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
A bit of olive oil

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
First, prepare your tofu. Like most vegan tofu recipes , this one will taste best if you press the tofu first. This allows the tofu to absorb more of the flavorings and seasonings you add to it. In this recipe, the tofu will need to absorb chili powder and cayenne pepper. Note: Not sure how to press tofu? It's simple, and it just takes a few minutes. See this easy step-by-step guide on pressing tofu.
Preheat the oven to 400 F and lightly brush a baking pan with olive oil.
Slice the tofu into rectangular strips, about 1/2 inch thick.
Combine the nutritional yeast, flour, cornmeal, and spices-chili pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper-until well mixed.
Place the tofu in the cornmeal mixture a few pieces at a time and coat well. Place on a baking sheet.
Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly golden brown, then flip the tofu over and bake for another 5 minutes.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 108 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 7 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g