Spicy tofu bites, an alternative second course. Tofu is a soy-based food obtained by coagulating soy milk and pressing it into containers. It is 100% plant-based and does not have a particular flavor, rather it is quite neutral, but when cooked with other foods, it absorbs and takes on the same flavor. Positive things about tofu: it contains no cholesterol or lactose, as it is completely plant-based and gluten-free, but above all, it is fat-free. Other positive things: it is a source of proteins, iron, calcium, and magnesium, vitamins such as B group, and a good amount of antioxidants. Ideal for preparing soups, grilled, au gratin, but also desserts. We also have a downside: for those with thyroid problems or soy allergies, it could interfere with thyroid function.

Difficulty: Very Easy
Cost: Economical
Preparation time: 30 Minutes
Portions: 3
Cooking methods: Microwave, Air Frying
Cuisine: Italian
Seasonality: All Seasons

210.41 Kcal

calories per serving

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Energy 210.41 (Kcal)
Carbohydrates 21.88 (g) of which sugars 2.24 (g)
Proteins 6.05 (g)
Fat 12.39 (g) of which saturated 1.76 (g)of which unsaturated 2.29 (g)
Fibers 0.85 (g)
Sodium 346.21 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 55 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA^* and FoodData Central^** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.

^* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ^** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov

Ingredients

6.35 oz tofu
0.7 oz cornstarch
1.76 oz corn flakes
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp spicy paprika
1 pinch pepper
1 tsp salt

Tools

Baking Tray
Parchment Paper
3 Plates
Fork

Steps

Cutting the tofu is optional, you can choose to make it into sticks or small cubes like I did, which is convenient for an appetizer or starter.
In a deep plate, place the oil with the spicy paprika. I used the fryer, salt, and pepper.
In another deep plate, the corn flakes.
In a deep plate, prepare it with cornstarch.
Now start coating the tofu with cornstarch, making sure it adheres all over.
Turn the tofu several times until all the corn is absorbed.
Mix the paprika seasoned with salt and pepper into the oil with a fork.
Coat the tofu, already with cornstarch, in the oil.
Make sure all the tofu is evenly soaked with oil.
Slightly crush the corn flakes with your hands to reduce some into smaller crumbs.
Bread the tofu with the corn flakes little by little.
And here they are ready to be cooked.
I used the air fryer for cooking. Arrange them like this on parchment paper in the fryer at 356°F for 15 minutes, the time to make them golden.
Here they are ready for an appetizer, finger food or vegan starter ideal for everyone.
Here they are ready, the spicy tofu bites