Description
Learn how to make a delicious vegan version of the classic Japanese dish, Tofu Katsu, featuring crispy breaded tofu cutlets served with tonkatsu sauce. This recipe is a must-try for tofu lovers and those looking for a plant-based twist on a traditional favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu Katsu:
- 1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed and sliced into 4 cutlets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
- tonkatsu sauce or vegan Worcestershire for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Tofu: Press tofu to remove moisture, then slice into 4 cutlets.
- Create Breading Station: Set up three bowls with flour, milk mixed with Dijon mustard, and panko with seasonings.
- Bread the Tofu: Coat each tofu slice in flour, milk mixture, and panko mixture.
- Fry the Tofu: Fry breaded tofu in oil until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve hot with tonkatsu sauce.
Notes
- For a baked version, lightly spray breaded tofu with oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes.
- Air-frying is also an alternative method.
- Pair with miso soup or pickled veggies for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
