Vegan Schnitzel
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, this Vegan Schnitzel recipe is a plant-based twist on a beloved classic. Made with firm tofu marinated in a savory blend of unsweetened almond milk, soy sauce, and zesty lemon juice, and coated in a fragrant, spiced breadcrumb crust with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder, each bite is a perfect balance of crunch and umami. The quick prep and short cook time make it ideal for weeknight dinners, while the hearty yet wholesome ingredients keep you satisfied. Serve it hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon and pair with your favorite sides for a deliciously comforting, cruelty-free meal. Perfect for vegans and anyone looking to enjoy a meat-free alternative, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams firm tofu
- 120 ml unsweetened almond milk
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams nutritional yeast
- 20 grams cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 60 ml olive oil
Instructions
Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean tea towel and applying weight on top for about 15 minutes.
Slice the pressed tofu into cutlets approximately 1 cm thick.
In a shallow bowl, combine unsweetened almond milk, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well.
In another shallow dish, mix together all-purpose flour, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Place the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.
Dip each tofu slice into the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Then dip the coated tofu slice into the almond milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, dredge the tofu slice in breadcrumbs, pressing gently so that the crumbs adhere well.
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Cook the schnitzels in batches, frying each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve hot with lemon wedges and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1683 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4124 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.4 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 84.8 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 930 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1519 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
