Craving a mind-blowing twist on classic chicken nuggets that'll make your taste buds dance? Get ready to revolutionize your meal prep with these irresistible Tofu Chicken Nuggets with Sriracha Mayo - a plant-based sensation that'll have even meat lovers begging for seconds! Crispy on the outside, perfectly seasoned on the inside, these nuggets are not just a meal, they're a culinary adventure that proves healthy eating can be seriously delicious.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
Instructions
- Press the tofu block for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture. Use a tofu press or wrap in clean kitchen towels with a heavy weight on top to drain liquid completely.
- Cut the pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine soy sauce and cornstarch, whisking until smooth to create a marinade for the tofu.
- Add tofu cubes to the marinade, gently tossing to coat each piece evenly. Let sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Spread breadcrumbs on a flat plate. Roll each marinated tofu cube in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure complete coverage.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet with a thin layer of oil over medium-high heat. Ensure oil is hot but not smoking.
- Carefully place breaded tofu cubes in the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- While nuggets are cooking, prepare sriracha mayo by mixing mayonnaise and sriracha in a small bowl until well combined.
- Remove tofu nuggets from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with sriracha mayo as a dipping sauce, garnishing with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Tips
- Pro cooking tips to elevate your tofu nugget game: • Always press tofu thoroughly - moisture is the enemy of crispiness! • Use a firm tofu for best texture and structural integrity • Make sure your oil is at the right temperature (medium-high heat) to achieve that perfect golden-brown crunch • Don't overcrowd the skillet - give each nugget breathing room for even cooking • For extra flavor, try adding garlic powder or smoked paprika to your breadcrumb mixture • The sriracha mayo can be adjusted to your spice preference - start with less and add more to taste • These nuggets are best served immediately while still hot and crispy
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
