Parmesan Herb Crusted Tofu Recipe

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Easy Tofu Recipe

If you have been wondering what to do or how to fix tofu then you have come to the right spot as I share with you my Parmesan herb crusted easy tofu recipe.

What is Tofu?

Tofu is very popular among vegan’s and vegetarian’s. It provides a high content in protein. Tofu has several consistencies or textures which include silken, regular, firm, extra-firm and super-firm. The texture depends on the water content in the tofu.

Tofu Consistencies

• Silken is the softest type of tofu. It can be compared to a cheese like mozzarella. It contains the highest water content and falls apart easily. Silken tofu is best used as a thick cream. It’s also perfect for using in smoothies and dips.
• Regular consistency tofu is best used in soups and stews. This tofu easily soaks up flavors. This tofu crumbles which does not make it ideal to use for frying.
• Firm tofu has the same consistency as feta cheese and has less water. This is probably the most versatile and liked tofu. Firm tofu does not fall apart when handled and it absorbs marinades easily and can be pan-fried or deep-fried. Firm tofu is usually stored in a water bath and must be fully dry prior to cooking.
• Extra-firm tofu easier to pan-fry but it doesn’t absorb marinades very well.
• Super-firm tofu has the least water. Although, it may be difficult to find in your supermarket it can be made easily.

How To Make Tofu

Tofu comes from soybeans and the first step in making homemade tofu is soaking soybeans. The next process is to take the soybeans and make soy milk.

If you would like to try and make your own soy milk see my easy recipe on How to Make Homemade Soy Milk .

A coagulant is added to soy milk which produces curds. The curds are then pressed into a tofu solid block of varying textures. If interested in making homemade tofu see my super easy recipe on How To Make The Best Homemade Tofu.

I highly recommend trying to make your own soy milk and tofu as it is crazy easy to do!

Ingredients for Parmesan Herb Crusted Tofu

• 10-16 ounce tofu block (firm or extra-firm)
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
• 3 eggs whisked
• 1 small onion minced
• 1 cup flour
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• oil for frying (enough for shallow frying)
• Marinara sauce

Instructions

1. Prepare marinade in a medium bowl: garlic, salt, pepper, herbs de Provence, onion, and paprika. Add tofu and allow to marinade for at least one hour.
2. Prepare breading: combine panko breadcrumbs, herbs de Provence and pepper with the grated Parmesan cheese in a large bowl and set aside.
3. Prepare two bowls for dipping; one with flour and one with whisked eggs.
4. Slice tofu into long strips like string cheese.
5. Dip one piece of tofu into the flour and cover completely.
6. Then dip it into the whisked eggs and
7. Finally, place it in the panko Parmesan cheese bowl and cover completely and place on a plate. Repeat the process until all tofu pieces have been coated.
8. Deep frying the tofu: I use a Fry Daddy for frying my tofu. Gently add coated tofu to hot oil. Cook 2-3 pieces of tofu at a time until golden brown. Remove from hot oil and place on a plate covered with a couple layers of paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
9. Serve with a Marinara dipping sauce.
10. Enjoy!

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Parmesan Herb Crusted Tofu

If you have been wondering how to fix tofu then you have come to the right spot. This is an easy tofu recipe that you won’t even know it’s tofu.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Vegetarian

Keyword herb, parmesan, tofu, vegetarian

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

marinade 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes

Servings 4 people

Author jettskitchen.com

Ingredients

• 10-16 ounces Tofu block firm or extra firm
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
• 3 eggs whisked
• 1 small onion minced
• 1 cup flour
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• oil for frying
• Marinara sauce for dipping

Instructions

1. Prepare marinade in a medium bowl: garlic, salt, pepper, herbs de Provence, onion, and paprika. Add tofu and allow to marinade for at least one hour. 

2. Prepare breading: combine panko breadcrumbs, herbs de Provence and pepper with the grated Parmesan cheese in a large bowl and set aside. 

3. Prepare two bowls; one with flour and one with whisked eggs. These bowls will be used for dipping and coating the tofu. 

4. Slice tofu into long strips like string cheese. 

5. Dip each piece of tofu in the flour bowl, then dip into the egg bowl, then into the panko Parmesan cheese bowl. Place coated tofu on a plate until all tofu has been coated. 

6. Deep frying the tofu: I use a Fry Daddy for frying my tofu. Once the oil is hot begin adding coated tofu to the hot oil cooking 2-3 at a time until golden brown. Remove from hot oil and place on a plate covered with a couple layers of paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Repeat until all tofu slices are fried.

7. Serve with a Marinara dipping sauce.

8. Enjoy!