Description
This crispy waffle tofu recipe is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional waffles. Perfectly seasoned and easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces super firm tofu (or extra-firm, drained and patted dry)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (or arrowroot)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste, optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Spray of oil (for waffle iron or pan)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Turn on your waffle iron and set it to 400°F (205°C) if it has temperature controls. Let it fully heat before adding the tofu.
- Slice the tofu: Drain the tofu and dry well. Place it on a cutting board. Slice it lengthwise into 3 to 4 thick slabs.
- Prepare the breading: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the starch, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bread the tofu: Coat each tofu slab on both sides with the breading mixture, gently shaking off any excess.
- Cook in the waffle iron: Lightly spray the waffle iron plates with oil if needed. Place the tofu slabs inside and close the waffle iron. For more pressure and crispiness, place a heavy pot or skillet on top of the waffle iron.
- Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway as needed, then check for crispness.
- Remove and serve: Carefully remove the tofu waffles with a spatula. They should release easily when fully cooked. Serve hot with your favorite toppings or sauces.
Notes
- For additional flavor, consider adding spices or herbs to the breading mixture.
- Leftover tofu waffles can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the waffle iron or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg