# What You'll Need:
→ Tofu
01 - 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into ¾-inch cubes
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - ½ tsp onion powder
08 - ½ tsp ground black pepper
→ Breading
09 - ½ cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)
10 - ¼ cup unsweetened plant milk
11 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
12 - 1 tsp dried oregano
13 - 1 tsp sweet paprika
14 - ½ tsp salt
15 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
→ For Baking or Frying
16 - Cooking spray or 2 tbsp neutral oil
# How-To:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F or heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F for frying.
02 - Whisk marinade ingredients, add tofu cubes, and toss gently to coat. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
03 - Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with plant milk, and one with seasoned breadcrumbs.
04 - Dredge tofu cubes in flour, dip into plant milk, then coat evenly with seasoned breadcrumbs.
05 - For baking, arrange cubes on parchment-lined sheet, spray lightly, bake 20-25 minutes turning halfway until golden. For frying, fry in hot oil 2-3 minutes per side until golden, then drain.
06 - Serve hot with preferred dipping sauce.
