Vegan Tofu Schnitzel
You can now enjoy the classic German Schnitzel using plant-based protein to make it 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and extremely delicious! Get all the tips and tricks to make the crispiest Vegan Tofu Schnitzel.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 345kcal
Ingredients
- 450 g tofu
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce optional to marinate the tofu
- ¾ cup chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup plant-based milk
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- *Optional. You can leave the tofu marinating with soy sauce while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- Combine the chickpea flour with the spice mix and the plant-based milk or water.
- Whisk to get a smooth batter. If there are lumps, you can use a blender for a couple of seconds.
- Slice the tofu block in four pieces using a sharp knife.
- Place the all-purpose flour in a plate and the breadcrumbs in another plate.
- Coat one tofu slice with all-purpose flour, then transfer to the bowl with the chickpea flour batter, and last, coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat some oil using a shallow pan, add the tofu schnitzel, and cook until golden brown.
- Flip and cook on the other side.
- When crispy, transfer to a paper towel to release any excess oil.
- Serve with some potatoes, a green salad and lemon wedges to squeeze some fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition
Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1033mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 433IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 5mg