Description
Transform ordinary tofu into a crispy, satisfying dish with Tofu Katsu that pairs beautifully with rice and steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz firm tofu
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Tonkatsu sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Cooked rice (for serving)
- Steamed vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture and cut it into thick slices.
- Set up a breading station with flour, plant-based milk, and panko breadcrumbs in shallow bowls.
- Dip each slice of tofu in flour, then in plant-based milk, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until ready.
- Fry the breaded tofu slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with tonkatsu sauce, rice, and steamed veggies.
Notes
Ensure the oil temperature is right before frying to achieve crispiness. Fry in batches to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg