Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 1 (14 oz) package extra firm tofu, pressed well
  • Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup plain, plant based milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/2 cups Panko bread crumbs
  • salt
  • pepper
  • Hamburger buns or bread
  • Optional toppings: pickles, spicy ketchup, mustard, coleslaw, mayo

Instruction

  • Slice the tofu into thin slices.  I was able to get 10 slices and used two slices of tofu on each sandwich.  You can slice it anyway you like.  Heat a large pan over medium heat and add about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil.  Add tofu and cook until each side is starting to brown, about 5 minutes.  Add tamari and let cook for 30 seconds, flip and cook for about 30 more seconds.  Remove tofu and let cool for a few minutes.
  • To a medium sized bowl, add the flour, milk, onion powder and garlic powder.  Mix until a batter is formed.  Pour the panko onto a large plate or shallow dish and season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
  • Use your hands to coat each piece of tofu with the batter.  You only want a thin coat.  Next, place the tofu in the panko and make sure it’s completely covered.  Repeat until all the tofu is coated with batter and panko mixture.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 3-4 teaspoons olive oil.  Add tofu and let cook until each side is golden brown and crispy, about 8 minutes on each side.
  • OR you can pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.  Place tofu on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and crispy, flipping once, 15-20 minutes.
  • Assemble your sandwiches and enjoy!