Crispy Fried Tofu

Description

Low-carb.

Summary

Yield
Servings
SourceTHM cookbook p173
Prep time
Cooking time
Total time

Ingredients

2 pk
firm tofu
4 T
low-carb baking blend
4 T
nutritional yeast
4 T
coconut oil or butter
 
smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, or other herbs (to taste)
 
salt and pepper (to taste)
1
egg (beaten)
1 T
water

Instructions

1. Cut the tofu into 1/3" slices.

2. Combine all the breading ingredients on a plate or shallow bowl.

3. Combine the egg and water in a bowl.

4. Melt 2 T coconut oil or butter in a skillet over medium high heat.

5. Dip the tofu slices in egg, wiping away the excess egg on the side of the bowl, then coat the tofu in breading mix.

4. Brown the breaded tofu for a couple of minutes on each side. When you've cooked about half of the tofu, melt the other 2 T of fat and cook the rest.