Baked Tofu Parmesan

Yield

4 people

Time

1 hour 30 minutes

Baked panko crusted Tofu Parmesan recipe from scratch in a homemade marinara sauce. Basically a "vegan chicken parmesan" without any of the cholesterol, fat and cruelty.

Ingredients

– 15 oz block firm tofu – 1/4 cup tapioca – 3 cups homemade tomato sauce Batter: – 1/2 cup cashew milk (or plain plant milk of your choosing) – 2 tbsp whole wheat pastry flour – 1/2 tsp sweet paprika Panko Crust: – 1/4 cup vegan parmesan cheese – 3/4 cup plain panko bread crumbs (or any plain whole grain bread crumbs will do)

1. – Drain the tofu and slice into 8 slices width-wise. Pat dry with a lint free towel and try to press out as much of the water as possible.

2. – Place in a freezer proof container and freeze solid.

3. – Defrost the tofu and wrap it in a lint free towel. Place on a tray and cover with a heavy object to press. (Use a skillet, cutting board, heavy pot, canned tomatoes etc.) Press for a good 45 minutes or so to get out as much of the moisture as possible.

4. – Meanwhile mix together the vegan parmesan and bread crumbs and set aside.

5. Prepare the Tofu: – Season the tofu pieces with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper on both sides then coat in the tapioca.

6. – Whisk together the batter ingredients until smooth then dip each tofu slice in it.

7.– Coat in the vegan parmesan crust mixture shaking off any excess. Place the coated tofu pieces on a parchment lined baking sheet or air fryer tray without touching each other.

8.Oven Method: – Preheat the oven to 400”F and cook the tofu for 30 minutes flipping half way.

9.– OPTIONAL: Top the tofu with your favorite plant based cheese slices ( I love Follow Your Heart & Violife) and place under the broiler for about 30 seconds or so until melted.

10.– Meanwhile heat up the marinara in a skillet and transfer the parmesan tofu into sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the top and serve hot over creamy polenta, pasta or mashed potatoes.

11. Air Fryer Method: – Follow the steps above, but instead of baking it air fry the tofu at 375”F for 12 to 15 minutes flipping half way.

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