French Toast Pan-Fried Tofu (Gluten Free)

Gluten-free crispy pan-fried tofu topped with maple syrup, a wonderful gluten-free alternative. My kids are not GF and they love this! Serve with a small amount of butter.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 201 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup cornmeal
• salt to taste
• 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained
• ground cinnamon, or more to taste
• olive oil, or more as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Slice tofu into 1/8-inch-thick slices, laying pieces on a paper towel as you go. Season each side lightly with salt.

Step 2

Place cornmeal in a shallow bowl; add a pinch of salt and cinnamon and stir.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Dip each side of the tofu slices in the cornmeal mixture; gently tap off excess. Place tofu in the hot saucepan and cook until golden brown and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side.