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Lemon Pepper Tofu Tenders

40 minServes 3Nutri-Score C€€
from @shreyaskitchen212 imports0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

3 people
  • firm tofu (pressed and cut into tenders)Fresh400 g
  • vegetable brothPantry500 ml
  • lemon juice (freshly squeezed)Produce60 ml
  • lemon zest (from one lemon)Produce1 piece
  • black pepper (freshly cracked)Spices6 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • soy saucePantry30 ml
  • cornstarchPantry60 g
  • breadcrumbsBakery80 g
  • olive oil (for spraying or brushing)Pantry30 ml
  • vegan mayonnaisePantry100 g
  • lemon pepper seasoningSpices6 g
  • maple syrupPantry10 ml

per serving

Nutrition

399kcal

Carbs
35 g
Proteins
18 g
Fat
21 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Saucepan
  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Boil the tofu in the marinade

    • Combine the vegetable broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, garlic and soy sauce in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
    • Add the tofu tenders and simmer so the marinade soaks all the way through and the texture improves.
    • Drain the tofu well and let it cool slightly.
    Step 1

  2. Bread the tenders

    • Coat each tofu tender in cornstarch.
    • Dip in a little of the marinade or water, then press into the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
    • Lightly brush or spray the tenders with olive oil.
    Step 2

  3. Air fry until crispy

    • Arrange the breaded tenders in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    • Air fry at 200 °C, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
    Step 3

  4. Make the lemon pepper sauce

    • Whisk the vegan mayonnaise with the lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice and maple syrup.
    • Taste and adjust the pepper and lemon to your liking.
    Step 4

  5. Smother and serve

    • Toss the crispy tenders in the lemon pepper sauce or drizzle it generously over the top.
    • Serve immediately.
    Step 5
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