Learn how to cook tofu in a pan! In this recipe, firm tofu is breaded with nutritional yeast then pan-fried until golden brown. Creates a crispy breading. Great with hash browns and toast for a weekend breakfast, lunch, whatever! My daughter likes to dip this in ketchup. Excellent in a sandwich.
Ingredients
- water-packed firm tofu: 1 pack (16 ounce pack, drained and rinsed)
- nutritional yeast: 6 Tbsp
- garlic powder: 0.5 tsp (to taste, optional)
- salt and ground black pepper: (to taste)
- ½ tablespoons olive oil: 1 piece
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Stages of cooking
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Slice tofu into 1/4-inch-thick slabs.
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Place nutritional yeast on a plate. Mix in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Roll tofu slices in nutritional yeast mixture until evenly coated.
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Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over low to medium heat. Add tofu slices; cook until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes per side.