5 from 216 votes
Breaded Tofu Strips
Breaded Tofu Strips feature extra-firm tofu cut into finger-sized strips, coated in a cornstarch-soy mixture, and covered with a breadcrumb and nutritional yeast blend before frying to a golden crisp. The combination of a starchy dip and a crunchy crust gives these strips a satisfying texture. They're served hot with barbecue sauce, providing a savory and tactile snack or appetizer option.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
3
servings
Calories:
480 kcal
Course:
Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 14 to 16 ounces tofu extra firm
- ½ cup corn starch
- ¼ cup of water
- 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
- salt pinch
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Drain and press the tofu and cut the block into strips the size and length of a finger.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cornstarch, water, and soy sauce and whisk thoroughly with a fork.
- Pour breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and salt onto a plate and mix thoroughly.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Dip the tofu strips into the cornstarch mixture until evenly coated and immediately press into the breadcrumbs until all sides of the tofu are completely covered.
- Once the oil is hot, lay the tofu on the pan and cook until it turns golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and serve with bbq sauce.
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Notes
- Press tofu thoroughly to remove excess water for optimal crispiness.
- Use extra-firm tofu only to achieve a crunchy coating.
- Air fryer option: Arrange coated tofu strips in a single layer; cook at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Baking option: Bake coated strips at 400°F for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway and spraying with oil to maintain crunch.
- Serve breaded tofu while warm to enjoy the best texture.
Nutrition Information
Calories
480kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
56g
(19%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
1378mg
(57%)
Potassium
426mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
18g
(36%)
Vitamin A
107IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
93mg
(9%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 480kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 1378mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 426mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 107IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 93mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.