Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders You’ll Crave

Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders You’ll Crave

Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders are a guilt-free, flavorful snack that combines crunchy tofu with a sweet and tangy sauce.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 tenders

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 111

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tofu

1 block Extra Firm Tofu Press it well to remove excess moisture.

For the Batter

0.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
0.25 cups Cornstarch Key for extra crispy batter.
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
0.5 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Paprika Powder Optional for extra depth.
cups Water Adjust as needed for batter consistency.

For the Coating

1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Ensure they are gluten-free if necessary.
cups Neutral Oil For brushing or spraying.

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Agave or Maple Syrup
2 tablespoons Yellow or Dijon Mustard Choose your favorite.
teaspoon Salt and Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

mixing bowl
Tofu press
Baking tray
whisk

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare the 'Honey' Mustard Sauce by whisking together neutral oil, agave or maple syrup, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
Drain and press the extra firm tofu for about 10 minutes, then slice into 1-inch strips.
Make the batter by combining flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and paprika in a bowl, then gradually add water until achieving a smooth consistency.
Coat each tofu strip in batter, letting excess drip off, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the coated tofu tenders for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
Brush or spoon the 'honey' mustard sauce over tenders and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

Press tofu thoroughly for best results and make sure the batter has the right consistency for even coating. Bake on parchment paper for easy cleanup.

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