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Gluten Free Coconut Crispy Baked Tofu

This crispy baked tofu is gluten free, and the perfect healthy snack that you're going to love.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 3 -4
Calories: 425 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 350-450 g extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp tamari
Batter
  • 4 tbsp gluten free all purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup non dairy milk
  • juice of half a lime
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
Breading
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • avocado oil cooking spray (or another cooking spray of choice)
  • chopped green onions, cilantro, lime wedges and gluten free chili sauce for serving

Instructions

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  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture. Preheat oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cut tofu into 1 inch pieces, toss with tamari and set aside.
  3. Setup two shallow bowls: (1) Batter: Whisk together gluten free all purpose flour, non dairy milk, lime juice, salt and pepper until smooth.(2) Breading: Mix together unsweetened shredded coconut, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  4. Next, toss the tofu cubes in the batter, use a spatula or spoon to toss and coat well.
  5. Then, add the tofu cubes to the shredded coconut mixture and gently press the tofu into the mixture, pressing on each side to ensure they stick. Place on the baking sheet when coated and spray cubes with cooking spray of choice.
  6. Bake tofu on the middle rack of the oven for 10 minutes, flip and bake for another 5-8 or until starting to turn golden brown.
  7. Serve with sweet chili sauce, a squeeze of lime juice, chopped green onions and a sprikle of cilantro.

Notes

  • If you want to make this tofu into a meal, it would be delicious as a tofu option in this Sesame-Crusted Tofu Bowl
  • Alternatively, serve this with your choice of rice and favourite vegetable for a delicious lunch or dinner!

Nutrition Information

Calories 425kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 24.1g (8%) Protein 14.2g (28%) Fat 32.6g (50%) Saturated Fat 25g (125%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g Monounsaturated Fat 2.7g Sodium 1386.9mg (58%) Fiber 8.7g (35%) Sugar 4.2g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3-4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 425

% Daily Value*

Calories 425kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 24.1g 8%
Protein 14.2g 28%
Fat 32.6g 50%
Saturated Fat 25g 125%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 2.7g 14%
Sodium 1386.9mg 58%
Fiber 8.7g 35%
Sugar 4.2g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.