Golden, perfectly crunchy, and full of flavor – an easy plant-based recipe everyone will love! Perfect for kids & adults!
Kid-Approved Crispy Chicken Nuggets
These Crispy Tofu Chicken Nuggets will give you all the crunchy, dippable satisfaction of classic nuggets with a lighter, plant-based twist! These are golden and crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor!
You can customize these with your favorite seasonings. Whether you bake, air-fry, or pan-fry them, they are a feel-good comfort food that proves plant-based eating can still be crave-worthy and indulgent!
To make a complete meal, you can serve these with Vegan Potato Salad, Ramen Noodle Salad, Air Fryer Potato Wedges, or Baked Beans!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 (14 oz) Extra Firm Water Packed Tofu, Drained & Pressed
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Curry Powder
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
How to Make Crispy Tofu Chicken Nuggets
- Press 1 (14 oz) extra firm water packed tofu for 30 minutes. Freeze overnight.
- Thaw completely, drain, and press for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium size bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp oil, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp curry powder.
- Break tofu into pieces and toss in the bowl.
- Add in 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1 tsp smoked paprika and toss.
- Lay tofu pieces out on prepared pan. Drizzle oil on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What Type of Tofu Works Best for Nuggets?
Extra-firm or super-firm tofu works best. It holds its shape and crisps up nicely without becoming mushy.
Do I Need to Press the Tofu First?
Yes. Pressing the tofu removes excess moisture, which helps the nuggets get crisp instead of soggy.
Can I Make Tofu Nuggets in the Air Fryer?
Absolutely! Air frying is a lighter option and still produces crispy, golden nuggets with the right coating.
How Do You Reheat Tofu Nuggets So They Stay Crispy?
Reheat them in the oven or air fryer. Avoid the microwave, which can make them soft.
More Vegan Lunch & Dinner Recipes:
- Vegan Special K Loaf
- Gluten Steaks
- Vegetarian Roast Beef
- Vegetarian Chicken Noodle Soup
- Vegetarian Chili
- Minestrone Soup
- Vegetarian Beef Stew
- Vegetarian Potato Corn Chowder
- Vegetarian Pancit
- Vegan Tomato Soup
- Vegetarian Beef & Broccoli
- Vegetarian Sloppy Joes
Crispy Tofu Chicken Nuggets
Golden, perfectly crunchy, and full of flavor - an easy plant-based recipe everyone will love! Perfect for kids & adults!
Ingredients
- 1 (14 oz) Extra Firm Water Packed Tofu, Drained & Pressed
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Curry Powder
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
Instructions
- Press tofu for 30 minutes. Freeze overnight.
- Thaw completely, drain, and press for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium size bowl, whisk together oil, soy sauce, 1 tsp smoked paprika, garlic powder, and curry powder.
- Break tofu into pieces and toss in the bowl.
- Add in cornstarch and 1 tsp smoked paprika and toss.
- Lay tofu pieces out on prepared pan. Drizzle oil on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
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