Crispy Tofu
They may look like fishfingers or almond slices, but these smoked tofu rectangles are the biz - a healthy, crispy and versatile recipe of the vegan staple.
Cost per Batch: £4 (€4.50)
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Preparation time: 5 minutes. Cooking time: 15 minutes
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Ingredients (for 12 tofu fingers)
200g smoked tofu
3 heaped tablespoons of cornflour
1 teaspoon of paprika
4 tablespoons of coconut oil
3 tablespoons of Soy sauce
3 tablespoons of fruit juice
1 tablespoon of Sweet chilli sauce
Juice of ½ lemon
Equipment
Large frying pan
Mixing bowl
Spatula
Serving dish
1. In a large bowl, mix the cornflower with the paprika, salt and pepper.
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2. Cut the block of tofu into 1cm strips and place into bowl, covering them on all sides with cornflour.
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3. Add the coconut oil to the frying pan on high and once hot, gently place the tofu fingers into pan.
4. Fry tofu fingers for 2-3 minutes each side. Once crispy, remove and place on serving dish.
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5. Into the pan add the sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, fruit juice and lemon juice and allow to bubble for 4 minutes, stirring gently.
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6. Pour sauce over the tofu fingers and serve with sticky rice and stir-fried vegetables.
Recipe by Molly, Abertay University