Panko Tofu

Step 1

Drain the tofu cube and remove it from its packaging. Wrap it in paper towel and place it under a heavy object, like a cast iron pan. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

Unwrap the tofu and cut it into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat about a centimeter of oil in a frying pan.

Step 4

In a medium size dish, Whick together the flour, cornstarch, plant milk, and water. You should see tiny bubbles throughout the batter.

Step 5

In another medium size dish, mix together the Panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and nutritional yeast.

Step 6

With one hand, coat a cube of tofu in the batter and place it in the breadcrumb dish. With your other hand, coat the cube with the breadcrumbs. Place on a plate. or baking tray.

Step 7

Using tongs, place 6-8 tofu cubes in the hot oil. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Cook for 3 minutes, then flip. Cook for another 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the tofu from the hot oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towel. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the cooked tofu cubes. Repeat with the remaining tofu cubes.

Step 10

Serve with rice, as part of a grain bowl, or enjoy as is.