tofu nuggets

Contributed By: alexfrager
deceptively delicious

getting kids to eat well try this one

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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Other
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Kids can help make it
Vegetarian
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree

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Ingredients

1 cup Breadcrumbs
1tablespoon Flaxseed
1 tablespoon Grated parmesan
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1 cup Veggie puree
1 Large egg lightly beaten
1 (14 ounce) package Extra firm tofu
1/2 teaspoon Salt
Nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon Olive oil

Preparation

1. in a bowl, stir together breadcrumbs, flaxseed, parmesan, & paprika. set aside

2. in a shallow bowl, mix puree and egg with fork

3. slice tofu 1/2 inch thick and cube it or cut into shapes with cookie cutter. Sprinkle both sides with salt. Dip the tofu pieces into the puree mixture, then roll them in the breadcrumbs untill the tofu is completely coated and you can't see the puree.

4. coat large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set over med-high heat. When pan is hot add oil.

5. add the tofu nuggets in a snigle layer do not crowd. cook untill nicely browned and one side 3-4 minutes. turn and cook until the crumb coating is crisp and golden 2-3 min longers.