Tofu Nuggets

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Bite-sized pieces of tofu are breaded with homemade whole wheat bread crumbs, then pan-fried for a special treat! Anyone who is skeptical about tofu will change their mind when they eat these tofu nuggets! Serve with ketchup (or other condiments) and enjoy!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Additional Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/4-inch slices

  • 2 slices whole wheat sandwich bread

  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary

  • ½ teaspoon dried basil

  • ½ teaspoon dried marjoram

  • 1 egg

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • ¼ cup olive oil

Directions

  1. Cut each tofu slice into thirds, widthwise. Press each slice between paper towels to drain as much liquid as possible. Place on a plate and freeze, about 1 hour.

  2. Place bread in a food processor. Add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, rosemary, basil, and marjoram. Blend to make fine bread crumbs. Pour into a small bowl.

  3. Beat egg in a bowl. Dip tofu slices into egg and coat in bread crumbs. Place breaded tofu on a plate. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place 1/3 of the tofu into the pan. Cook, turning over halfway, until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining tofu.

Cook's Notes:

You can use regular Italian-seasoned bread crumbs if you wish.

You can make this in the deep-fryer as well.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

140 Calories
10g Fat
6g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 140
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 149mg 11%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 124mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.