Crispy Tofu Fingers Recipe

Name: Crispy Tofu Fingers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 16-oz. blocks firm or extra-firm tofu, drained; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup flaxseed meal, optional; 1 cup unsweetened soymilk or rice milk; 2 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. dried sage; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder or granulated garlic; 1/4 tsp. dried ginger; 1/4 tsp. onion powder; 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 16-oz. blocks firm or extra-firm tofu, drained
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup flaxseed meal, optional
1 cup unsweetened soymilk or rice milk
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dried sage
1/4 tsp. garlic powder or granulated garlic
1/4 tsp. dried ginger
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

1
If using firm tofu, wrap block in a soft, clean dish towel, and press between two heavy cutting boards 30 minutes to squeeze out excess moisture (unnecessary if using extra-firm tofu).
2
Cut each tofu block into 16 fingers.
3
Preheat oven to 350F.
4
Coat two baking sheets with cooking spray.
5
Place cornstarch and flaxseed meal (if using) in shallow bowl, and gradually stir in soymilk.
6
Set aside.
7
Combine panko and all remaining ingredients in second shallow bowl.
8
Dip tofu fingers first in soymilk mixture, then in panko mixture, coating all sides.
9
Place on prepared baking sheets.
10
Bake tofu fingers 20 to 25 minutes, or until light golden brown, turning once.
11
If eating right away, bake 5 to 10 minutes more, or until deep golden brown.

595

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 16-oz. blocks firm or extra-firm tofu, drained, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup flaxseed meal, optional, 1 cup unsweetened soymilk or rice milk, and more.

Yes, Crispy Tofu Fingers falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Crispy Tofu Fingers

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