Tofu Nuggets with Maple-Mustard Dipping Sauce
Description
Extra-firm tofu and breading give these nuggets the texture of real chicken, and the sauce is just a yummy bonus.
Ingredients
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1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
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3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
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3/4 cup dry fine whole-wheat bread crumbs
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2 teaspoons onion powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
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olive oil cooking spray
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1/2 cup smooth Dijon mustard
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
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2 tablespoons canola oil
Directions
1
Hold tofu over the sink and gently squeeze out moisture. Blot surface dry with a paper towel (do not press). Slice tofu crosswise into 6 rectangular slabs. Slice slabs in half to create 12 squares, then cut squares in half diagonally to create 24 triangles.
2
Pour soy sauce on a plate. Mix together bread crumbs, onion powder, garlic powders, and thyme on a second plate. Set out a third plate. Dip each tofu piece in soy sauce, turning to coat; dredge in bread-crumb mixture, sprinkling tops with mixture and turning to coat. Set coated tofu on third plate.
3
Spray a large cast-iron or nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-low heat. Working in batches of about 8 pieces, cook tofu, flipping with a thin spatula and spraying skillet between batches, until crisp and browned on most sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
4
For the dipping sauce, stir mustard, syrup, and oil together with a fork in a small bowl until smooth. If too thick, stir in warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until pourable.