Description
This easy oven-baked tofu parmesan will win you over with its crispy exterior and layer of rich marinara sauce topped with bubbly melty vegan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 block (approx 400g) firm tofu
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup soy milk
- 1-1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- cooking spray
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 slices vegan mozzarella (or use 1/2 cup store-bought vegan cheese)
- 2 tbsp vegan parmesan cheese
- optional: fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Slice your block of tofu in half lengthwise. Use a knife to round the edges (to make the shape resemble a chicken breast). This is an optional step, you can leave them rectangular if you prefer.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour and soy milk until smooth. In a separate shallow bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Dip a piece of tofu in the batter, ensuring it is fully submerged. Let the excess drip off, then transfer to the breadcrumbs, pushing lightly to ensure it is coated.
- Place on a baking sheet and spritz lightly with cooking spray. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping half way through and spritzing the other side with cooking spray so it turns golden brown while baking.
- Add 1/2 cup marinara sauce to each piece, followed by a slice of mozzarella (or 1/4 shredded vegan cheese).
- Turn oven to broil, and bake 5-8 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from oven and let cool a few minutes before serving.