French Toast Pan-Fried Tofu (Gluten Free)

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings

Description

In this recipe, tofu is dipped in cornmeal and cinnamon then pan-fried into a quick, gluten free alternative to French toast. You'll love it for breakfast.

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
salt to taste
1/2 cup cornmeal
ground cinnamon, or more to taste
olive oil, or more as needed

Directions

1 Slice tofu into 1/8-inch-thick slices, laying slices on a paper towel-lined plate; season each side lightly with salt.
2 Place cornmeal in a shallow bowl; stir in a pinch of salt and cinnamon.
3 Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4 Dip each side of tofu slices in cornmeal mixture; gently tap off excess. Add tofu to the skillet; cook until golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side.