Description
Delicious and crispy Tofu McNuggets that capture nostalgic flavors, perfect for everyone including kids.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp soy milk or other non-dairy milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or buckwheat flour for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp olive oil (or other oil)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 medium raw russet or Yukon potato (finely shredded—makes 1 cup packed, approximately 300 g)
- 1 block extra firm tofu (about 400 g)
- 1/2 cup whole rolled oats
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- Neutral oil (for baking or frying)
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free, adjust to taste)
- 1 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (or distilled white vinegar)
- 2 tsp sriracha or other hot sauce (adjust according to desired spice)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp room temp water
Instructions
- Start with the dip. In a bowl, mix the 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, and 2 teaspoons sriracha. Stir well until everything combines. Set this aside.
- Grate your potato and squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel. Place the drained potato in a large mixing bowl.
- Crumble the block of extra firm tofu into the bowl with the potato. Add the 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Mix everything until combined.
- Add the 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons soy milk, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/3 cup water, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water to the tofu mixture. Stir everything together until thick.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking. If frying, heat some neutral oil over medium heat in a frying pan.
- Scoop out small portions of the mixture and form them into nugget shapes. If baking, place them on a greased baking sheet. If frying, add them directly to the hot oil.
- Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. If frying, cook each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Press tofu for 15 minutes before cooking for firmer nuggets. Ensure even nugget shapes for consistent cooking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Tofu Nuggets, Vegan Recipe, Plant-Based, Comfort Food