Tofu with Key West Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Tofu with Key West Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb extra firm tofu; 2 tablespoons white flour; 2 tablespoons cornmeal; 1 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning; 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast; ½ teaspoon salt (optional); ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil or 4 tablespoons peanut oil; ½ cup ketchup; 13-½ cup sugar or 13-½ cup honey; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small onion, minced; 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb extra firm tofu
2 tablespoons white flour
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
½ teaspoon salt (optional)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
4 tablespoons vegetable oil or 4 tablespoons peanut oil
½ cup ketchup
13-½ cup sugar or 13-½ cup honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, minced
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

1
Cut the tofu on the short end into 1/4 inch slices.
2
Drain on a dishcloth for 30 minutes.
3
On a plate, mix together the flour, cornmeal, poultry seasoning, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
4
Brush the drained tofu on both sides with mustard, then roll in the cornmeal mixture.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
7
Carefully place four slices of tofu in the skillet, without crowding, and cook, stirring, until golden brown.
8
Drain on paper towels.
9
Keep warm in a slow oven while you cook the remaining tofu in the remaining oil.
10
Sauce: In a heavy, medium saucepan, combine all the ingredients (for the sauce).
11
Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer 20 to 30 minutes.
12
To serve, pour the sauce over the tofu.
13
Enjoy!

1482

kcal

Calories

Fat

346

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb extra firm tofu, 2 tablespoons white flour, 2 tablespoons cornmeal, 1 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning, and more.

Yes, Tofu with Key West Barbecue Sauce falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tofu with Key West Barbecue Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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