Pan-Fried Tofu

Here's how to cook tofu in a pan. This easy tofu is breaded in nutritional yeast and favorite spices. It's a quick vegan main course, savory snack, or crunchy side.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 248 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 (16 ounce) package water-packed firm tofu, drained and rinsed
• 6 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Slice tofu into 1/4-inch-thick slabs.

Step 2

Place nutritional yeast on a plate. Mix in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Roll tofu slices in nutritional yeast mixture until evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over low to medium heat. Add tofu slices; cook until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes per side.