Description
These Crispy Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders are a delightful vegetarian dish that’s both flavorful and satisfying. The tofu strips are coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce, then breaded and baked to crispy perfection, making them a tasty alternative to traditional chicken tenders.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu:
- 1 block firm tofu (Use extra-firm for best texture.)
Honey Mustard Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons mustard (Brown or yellow mustard.)
Breading:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice Tofu: Slice the firm tofu into strips, about 1-inch thick.
- Prepare Honey Mustard Sauce: Combine honey and mustard in a mixing bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Coat Tofu Strips: Dip each tofu strip into the honey mustard mixture, coating well.
- Bread the Tofu: Coat the strips with breadcrumbs, shaking off excess.
- Bake: Arrange coated tofu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes at 400°F (200°C), flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg