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Vegan Crispy Tofu with Lemon Dill Cream Sauce

Crispy Vegan Tofu with Lemon Dill Cream Sauce Delight

Enjoy the Vegan Crispy Tofu with Lemon Dill Cream Sauce, a quick and tasty dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipes
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu Press to achieve crispy texture
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust as needed
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Can substitute flour
  • 1 cup Vegan Breadcrumbs Gluten-free options available
For the Cream Sauce
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with onions
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream Cashew cream can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Dried dill can be used in smaller quantity

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture for about 30 minutes.
  2. Cut the tofu into desired shapes. Marinate with vegetable broth, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt for at least 1 hour.
  3. Set up a breading station with cornstarch and vegan breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat marinated tofu first in cornstarch, then breadcrumbs. Place on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, flip, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the sauce by sautéing shallots and mixing in vegetable broth, lemon juice, coconut cream, and fresh dill. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Serve the baked tofu drizzled with lemon dill cream sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate tofu overnight for best flavor. Watch baking time closely for desired crispiness.

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