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Vegan Sesame Tofu Tenders
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Vegan Sesame Tofu Tenders (oil-free)

Crispy, delicious plant-based meatless "chicken" tenders crusted with bread crumbs and sesame seeds. Pair them with honey-less mustard for the best combination!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 block extra-firm tofu I use high protein tofu from Trader Joe's
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs of choice
  • 1/3 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour
  • 1/2 + 1/8 cup water

Honey-less Mustard Sauce

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup dijon or yellow mustard

Instructions

  • Preheat air-fryer to 400 degrees F.
  • Break your tofu into nugget/tender like shapes (not too big), about the length of your thumb.
  • Prepare one bowl with the chickpea flour and water - mix together.
  • Prepare another bowl with bread crumbs and sesame seeds - mix together.
  • Dip each piece of tofu in the chickpea flour mixture first, then roll in the bread crumb mixture until completely coated. Place gently in the air-fryer.
  • Bake in air fryer for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
    Oven method: bake on parchment paper at 450 degrees for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Dip in honey-less mustard, eat fresh and enjoy!

Notes

Get the most firm tofu you can find! Look for tofu that doesn't come packed in water like the high-protein tofu from Trader Joe's. Otherwise look for extra firm then press the tofu before using it and get as much water out as possible!