Crispy Tofu with Barbecue Sauce
This recipe proves that you can transform a brick of tofu and a few basic ingredients (panko, ketchup, Dijon mustard, maple syrup) into a meal that kids will clamour for. The smallest ones in the family might need their tofu sliced into sticks rather than larger chunks (finger food is always a fail-safe plan when […]
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) ketchup
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup (45 g) panko bread crumbs
- 1 lb (450 g) firm tofu, cut into 8 thick slices
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 head Boston lettuce, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a small pot over medium heat, melt the butter with the spices. Whisk in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with pepper and set aside.
This recipe proves that you can transform a brick of tofu and a few basic ingredients (panko, ketchup, Dijon mustard, maple syrup) into a meal that kids will clamour for. The smallest ones in the family might need their tofu sliced into sticks rather than larger chunks (finger food is always a fail-safe plan when kids are involved). Then just serve the zingy sauce on the side and watch as they dip the delectably crispy bites with abandon.