Meatless Main Dishes: Crispy Barbequed Tofu Slices | Submitted By: JILLKEN

1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu3 tablespoons olive oil1 egg white1 tablespoon barbeque sauce1 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup barbeque sauceDrain tofu, and slice into strips. Place in a plastic bag or container, and freeze overnight. This will give the tofu a meatier texture. Thaw tofu strips, and blot with paper towels to dry. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and 1 tablespoon of barbeque sauce. Combine the flour, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl. Dip the tofu slices into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour. Fry in the hot oil for about 1 minute on each side, until golden brown. Just fry enough at one time so they are not crowded. Remove from the oil to paper towels to drain and cool. Preheat the oven's broiler. Brush tofu slices with additional barbeque sauce, and allow to marinate while the broiler heats up. Arrange them on a broiler pan, or wire rack set over a cookie sheet for best results. Position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Broil for 5 minutes on each side, or until browned and crisp, watching closely so as not to burn them. Serve warm with the remaining barbeque sauce for dipping. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 404 | Total Fat: 17.2g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 404

Total Fat: 17.2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1305mgTotal Carbs: 49g    Dietary Fiber: 1.7gProtein: 15.2g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2007 by amy    I work in food service in a natural foods store, and the trick to getting tofu firm, not mushy, is baking it first. We do that for all tofu we use. You just cut it how you want to, spray a baking sheet with oil, and bake on 375 for about 15 minutes, more depending on how firm and crispy you want it. Anyway, I baked it, coated it in the egg and bbq sauce mixture, rolled in flour mix and fried. It was great. Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
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