Simple Way to Vegan Egg Fried Rice Silken Tofu

Pan-Fried Tofu

Melt some refined coconut oil (for no coconut taste) or vegan butter over medium heat in a large pan.

Recipe Summary Pan-Fried Tofu

Firm tofu breaded with nutritional yeast then pan-fried until golden brown. Creates a crispy breading. Great with hash browns and toast for a weekend breakfast, lunch, whatever! My daughter likes to dip this in ketchup. Excellent in a sandwich. For a low-fat version you can also bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) on a nonstick baking sheet for 15 to 20 minutes.

Ingredients | Vegan Egg Fried Rice Silken Tofu

1 (16 ounce) package water-packed firm tofu, drained and rinsed

6 tablespoons nutritional yeast

½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste (Optional)

salt and ground black pepper to taste

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Slice tofu into 1/4-inch slabs.

Place nutritional yeast on a plate. Mix in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Roll tofu slices in the nutritional yeast mixture until evenly coated.

Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over low to medium heat. Add tofu slices; cook until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

It's important to use firm, not extra-firm tofu, or else it will be too dry.