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Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders

Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders offer a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a crunchy, plant-based crust. These tenders are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, coated with a luscious honey mustard sauce that brings every bite to life. Ideal for weeknight dinners or as a delicious snack, this recipe delivers plant-based goodness with satisfying texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Tofu and Sauce

  • 14 oz extra-firm tofu
  • 3 tbsp honey (natural)
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (natural)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Coating

  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tbsp natural gelling agent
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Tofu: Press the extra-firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then slice into tender-sized strips for even baking and coating.
  2. Make the Honey Mustard Sauce: Whisk together honey (natural), Dijon mustard (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) in a bowl to create a balanced sweet and tangy glaze.
  3. Set Up the Coating Station: Pour plant-based milk into one shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix panko bread crumbs with natural gelling agent, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to prepare the crunchy coating mixture.
  4. Coat the Tofu Tenders: Dip each tofu strip first into the plant-based milk, then into the honey mustard sauce, and finally coat thoroughly with the panko mixture, ensuring full coverage for maximum crunch.
  5. Bake the Tenders: Arrange the coated tofu on a parchment-lined baking sheet or wire rack. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (205°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • Press the tofu well to remove moisture for better flavor absorption and crispiness.
  • Use the natural gelling agent to bind the coating and maintain crunch after baking.
  • Bake on a wire rack to circulate heat evenly and prevent sogginess.
  • Flip the tenders carefully halfway through baking for even crispiness.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 tenders
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 330 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: tofu tenders, honey mustard tofu, baked tofu, crispy tofu, plant-based appetizer, gluten free tofu

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/crispy-baked-honey-mustard-tofu-tenders/