Crispy Tofu Nuggets Recipe | Vegetarian and Vegan Tofu Nuggets

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tempeh offers a firmer texture, while chickpeas are budget-friendly and protein-rich.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option, while crackers can be more affordable.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture after freezing.

Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes.

In a bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, non dairy milk, olive oil, taco seasoning, and smoked paprika to create a marinade.

Marinate tofu cubes in the mixture for a while.

In a separate bowl, mix flour, nutritional yeast, water, salt, and pepper to create a coating.

Coat each tofu cube in the flour mixture until evenly covered.

Preheat air fryer to 180°C.

Place the coated tofu nuggets in the air fryer basket and spray with cooking oil.

Air fry for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Remove from air fryer and garnish with spring onion before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

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