Tofu and Veggie Nuggets
Nuggets
Tofu and Veggie Nuggets

Tofu and Veggie Nuggets - Download Recipe
Ingredients:
Makes about 20 nuggets
- 2 12 oz package tofu, extra firm
- 1⁄2 carrots
- 1 medium squash
- 2 tbsp green onions
- 1⁄2 medium onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- Salt and pepper
- Panko breadcrumbs
Directions:
- Remove excess water from the tofu by wrapping the tofu in paper towels and place a heavy object on top. Let drain for 10 minutes. See notes.
- Mince carrots, squash, green onions, onions, and garlic into tiny pieces. Use food processor if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine drained tofu, vegetables, egg, and soy sauce and mix with your hands. If the mixture is not sticking together, add 1 tbsp of breadcrumbs at a time until the mixture is firm.
- Shape the mixture into nuggets or any shape you prefer.
Note: There are other ways to drain tofu
- Microwave for about 3 minutes and let drain
- Freeze tofu and thaw. Let drain.
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