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Crispy Vegan Tofu “chicken”

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40 min

Posted on Mar 2, 2026

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3 servings

Crispy Vegan Tofu “Chicken”

3 servings

Ingredients

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1 block (16 oz) super firm tofu, vacuum sealed type

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⅓ cup soy sauce or tamari

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1 cup flour (regular or gluten free)

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2 tbsp cornstarch

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1 tsp baking powder

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½ tsp garlic powder

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½ tsp onion powder

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½ tsp salt

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1 cup unsweetened plant milk

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½ tbsp Dijon mustard

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2 cups crushed cornflakes or panko

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½ tsp salt

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1 tsp Italian seasoning

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Oil, for shallow frying

Directions

1

Slice the tofu lengthwise into thin slabs. Lightly coat both sides with soy sauce or tamari.

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1 block (16 oz) super firm tofu, vacuum sealed type

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⅓ cup soy sauce or tamari

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In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.

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1 cup flour (regular or gluten free)

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2 tbsp cornstarch

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1 tsp baking powder

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½ tsp garlic powder

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½ tsp onion powder

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½ tsp salt

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In a separate bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes or panko with salt and Italian seasoning.

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2 cups crushed cornflakes or panko

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½ tsp salt

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1 tsp Italian seasoning

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Dip each tofu slab into the dry flour mixture first, coating it lightly on all sides. Place the floured tofu on a plate.

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Once all the tofu is coated, add the plant milk and Dijon mustard to the same flour bowl. Whisk until smooth to create a batter. If the batter feels too thick, add a small splash of plant milk to loosen it.

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1 cup unsweetened plant milk

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½ tbsp Dijon mustard

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Dip each floured tofu slab into the batter, letting the excess drip off. Then press firmly into the crushed cornflakes or panko until fully coated on all sides.

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Heat a generous layer of oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the tofu until golden and crispy on both sides, then transfer to a rack or paper towel.

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Oil, for shallow frying

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Alternatively, air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

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Chop into bite-sized pieces and use as desired.

Notes

Time: 35–40 minutes

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