Fabulous Tofu With Delicious Nutritional Yeast Recipe

Transform ordinary tofu into a crispy, cheesy delight! This recipe, a vegetarian classic, is perfect for tofu newbies and seasoned veg heads alike. Inspired by a lifetime vegetarian and featured in a similar form in the "New Farm Vegetarian Cookbook," this pan-fried tofu is coated in a flavorful nutritional yeast breading. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, bread-like flavor and a boost of B vitamins and protein. Get ready for a ridiculously easy and satisfying meal – serve it on toast with a tamari or soy sauce dipping sauce for an unforgettable experience!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 224.5 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fabulous Tofu With Delicious Nutritional Yeast

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How to Make Fabulous Tofu With Delicious Nutritional Yeast

  1. Press the tofu to remove excess water. Wrap the block in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and place a heavy object on top for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. While the oil heats, cut the pressed tofu block into 16 thin slices (approximately 1/4 inch thick).
  4. Place the nutritional yeast in a shallow dish. Bread each tofu slice, ensuring it's thoroughly coated.
  5. Carefully place the breaded tofu slices in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste while cooking.
  7. Serve immediately. Enjoy the crispy tofu on toast with a side of tamari or soy sauce for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g