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Tofu Cutlet


  • Author: emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Crispy and flavorful tofu cutlets that are perfect as an entrée, sandwich filling, or salad topping.


Ingredients

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  • Firm Tofu
  • All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 Egg (or plant-based substitute)
  • Panko Breadcrumbs
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Tonkatsu Sauce (or alternative sauce)

Instructions

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into slices.
  2. Set up a breading station with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, beaten egg (or a plant-based substitute), and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Dredge each tofu slice in flour, dip it into the egg, and coat it with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry the breaded tofu slices for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain the cooked cutlets on paper towels.
  7. Serve with tonkatsu sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the tofu cutlets in egg and panko. To avoid sogginess, do not microwave leftovers.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cutlet
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: tofu, vegan, cutlet, Asian cuisine, frying