Ingredients and Weight: - 1 block (14 ounces) firm tofu, pressed - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 teaspoon soy sauce - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon minced garlic - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper - 1/4 cup bread crumbs - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). 2. Cut tofu into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl. 3. Drizzle with olive oil, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, thyme, and black pepper. Toss to coat. 4. In a separate bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. 5. Dredge tofu in the bread crumb mixture until evenly coated. 6. Place tofu bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 7. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutritional Information: Per serving (8 pieces): - Calories: 100 - Fat: 5g - Carbohydrates: 10g - Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics: - Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside - Savory and flavorful - Suitable as a side dish for any main course
User Comments: - "These tofu bites were so delicious! The bread crumb coating was perfectly crispy." - "I love how flavorful these tofu bites are. They're a great alternative to chicken nuggets." - "These tofu bites are perfect for a party. They're easy to make and everyone loves them."
Special Precautions and Tips: - For crispy tofu bites, make sure to press the tofu before baking to remove excess moisture. - If you don't have bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers or cornflakes instead. - For a vegan version of this dish, omit the Parmesan cheese from the bread crumb mixture.