Vegan tofu tonkatsu is a delicious
plant-based alternative to the traditional Japanese pork cutlet. It has a
crispy crust and a juicy interior that will satisfy your cravings. You can use
store-bought tonkatsu sauce or make your own with simple ingredients. Tonkatsu
is a popular dish in
For this recipe I like to make vegan tofu
tonkatsu. To make your own tonkatsu sauce, you will need ketchup, soy sauce,
Worcestershire sauce, sugar, vinegar and mustard. You simply whisk all the
ingredients together in a small bowl and adjust the taste to your liking. You
can also add some grated ginger for a fruity or spicy twist. Vegan tofu
tonkatsu is a great way to enjoy a classic Japanese dish without any animal
products. It is easy to make and very satisfying. You can serve it with rice,
miso soup and pickles for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 12 oz firm tofu
- Oil for frying
- Flour mixture:
1/3 cup soy milk or milk,
1/3 cup all-purpose flour,
1/3 cup Japanese panko,
1/2 tsp salt
-Dipping Sauce:
1/3 cup combination of ketchup
1 tsp, chili sauce
1 clove garlic minced,
2 tbsp soy sauce,
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
For serving:
- Shredded napa cabbage
- Spring onion, finely sliced to garnish
- Fresh limes
-cooked rice
Directions:
1. Cut the tofu into 4 slices, then cut
them into long strips, about 2 inches thick.
2. Dip the tofu strips into the flour
mixture, then roll them in the panko breadcrumbs and place them on a plate.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the
sauce ingredients and set aside.
4. Cook the rice according to package
directions and fluff with a fork.
5. Shred the napa cabbage and arrange it on
a large platter.
6. Heat some oil in a large skillet over
medium-high heat and fry the breaded tofu strips for about 5 minutes on each
side, until golden and crisp.
7. Transfer the tofu to a paper towel-lined
plate to drain excess oil.
8. Drizzle some of the sauce over the tofu
and sprinkle with spring onion and serve some sauce on the side
9. Serve with rice
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