Crispy Sesame Tofu (Easy & Vegan)

By Sarah's Vegan Kitchen · 35 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Press the tofu using your usual method so it crisps faster.
2. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line the baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat if you like.
3. Cut the tofu into pieces about 1/2 inch thick, such as small triangles or cubes, and season generously with salt and pepper.
4. In one dish, whisk together the flour or cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, plant milk, salt and pepper to a batter slightly thinner than pancake batter, adding water or flour to adjust.
5. In another dish, mix the panko and sesame seeds.
6. Dip each piece of tofu in the batter, let the excess drip off, then press into the panko mixture to coat well.
7. Arrange the tofu on the lined sheet, optionally spray lightly with oil. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until the breading is crispy and deep golden brown.
8. Air fryer option: arrange the tofu in one layer if possible, air fry at 390°F for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking or turning gently halfway through.
9. Serve right away with your favourite dipping sauce, optionally topped with sliced scallions.

Summarized from Sarah's Vegan Kitchen's video. Watch it for the details.

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