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Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders

Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders You’ll Crave

Indulge in these Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders with guilt-free, crunchy perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 111
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tenders
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu Well-pressed to remove moisture
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute gluten-free flour
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch Essential for crispy coating
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Powder Optional
  • 0.75 cup Water Adjust for batter consistency
For the Crunchy Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Check for gluten-free options
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil For brushing or spraying
For the ‘Honey’ Mustard Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Agave or Maple Syrup For sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Yellow or Dijon Mustard
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the 'Honey' Mustard Sauce by whisking together neutral oil, agave or maple syrup, and mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Drain and press extra firm tofu for at least 20 minutes, then slice into 1-inch strips.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and optional paprika. Gradually whisk in water until smooth.
  4. Dip each tofu strip into batter, coat in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently for an even coating.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange tofu strips in a single layer. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. Brush the baked tenders with the prepared 'honey' mustard sauce and return to the oven for an additional 5-8 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 111kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze cooked tenders for up to 3 months.

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