Fried Tofu Lentil Bites
Description
These protein-packed vegan fried tofu lentil bites are fried to crispy golden perfection and dipped in a tangy soy-based vegan mayonnaise.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup green lentils
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7 ounces soft tofu, drained and cut into cubes
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1 cup fresh spinach leaves, thinly sliced
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1 teaspoon white sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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ground black pepper to taste
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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vegetable oil for frying
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1 cup sunflower seed oil
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1/2 cup unsweetened soy milk
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2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
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sea salt to taste
Directions
1
Place lentils into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; soak for 2 hours.
2
Place lentils, tofu, spinach, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a bowl; mix by hand. Incorporate flour until just combined.
3
Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of the tofu mixture gently into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
4
Combine sunflower seed oil, soy milk, apple cider vinegar, and sea salt in a bowl; blend with an immersion blender until mayonnaise is smooth. Serve with tofu bites.