Description
Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders offer a delightful crunch combined with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, these tenders are made with wholesome plant-based ingredients and baked to golden perfection for a protein-packed, flavorful meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu and Coating
- 14 oz extra firm tofu, pressed and sliced into strips
- 1 cup plant-based breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Honey Mustard Glaze
- 3 tablespoons honey (natural)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (natural)
Instructions
- Press and Prepare Tofu: Start by pressing your tofu to remove excess moisture, ensuring crispiness during baking. Slice it into even strips resembling tenders to guarantee uniform cooking.
- Prepare the Honey Mustard Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together honey (natural), Dijon mustard (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar (natural), garlic powder (natural), and onion powder (natural) until smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Tofu: Dip each tofu strip first into the honey mustard glaze, then gently roll in the plant-based breadcrumbs mixed with a natural gelling agent to coat evenly. This double coating gives you that irresistible crunch.
- Bake to Perfection: Lay the coated tenders on a lined baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve and Enjoy: Allow the tenders to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the full crunch and flavor explosion that only Crispy Baked Honey Mustard Tofu Tenders offer.
Notes
- Properly press tofu to remove excess water for a crisp exterior.
- Cut tofu into uniform pieces to ensure even baking.
- For extra crispiness, double dip the tenders by repeating the glaze and breadcrumb coating.
- Bake on a wire rack over a baking tray to allow air circulation and prevent sogginess.
- Flip tenders gently halfway through cooking to keep the coating intact.
- Serve fresh as the crispy texture is best enjoyed right after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tenders
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: tofu tenders, honey mustard tofu, baked tofu, crispy tofu, plant-based snack, gluten free appetizer
