Crispy Vegan Baked Tofu Cutlets with Savory Gravy and Cashew Parmesan
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Category
Entree
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and smothered in rich, herbed gravy—these Vegan Baked Tofu Cutlets are comfort food perfection. Each tofu triangle is dipped in a seasoned batter with NOOCH IT! Cashew Parmesan and thyme, then coated in golden panko crumbs for that irresistible crunch. Baked—not fried—these protein-packed cutlets are deliciously satisfying and perfect for a weeknight dinner or plant-based holiday feast.
Paired with a homemade savory vegan gravy that’s infused with thyme, soy sauce, and poultry seasoning, this dish brings classic flavors to your table without any animal products. It’s hearty, wholesome, and guaranteed to impress vegans and omnivores alike.
Perfect for: hearty vegan dinners, plant-based holiday meals, and protein-rich vegan mains.
Ingredients
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3 tbsp plant-based butter
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3 tbsp all purpose flour
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2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
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1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
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1/2 tsp plant-based poultry seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 block of extra firm tofu (12oz) cut into triangles
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3/4 cup non-dairy milk
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3 tbsp all purpose flour
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1 1/2 tbsp ground flaxseeds
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2 tbsp NOOCH IT! Cashew Parmesan
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1 tsp plant-based poultry seasoning
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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1/2 tsp salt
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3/4 cup panko crumbs
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1/4 cup NOOCH IT! Cashew Parmesan
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Cooking spray or vegan butter melted
Gravy
Baked Tofu
Batter
Directions
Gravy
In a medium pot, heat the vegan butter over medium high heat.
Once butter is melted, add flour and stir for 1 min.
Whisk the vegetable broth, soy sauce, thyme leaves, and poultry seasoning until smooth. Bring to a boil and simmer until thickened approximately 5-6 mins.
Season to taste with salt and pepper if needed. If gravy thickens too much adjust with water/broth to thin.
Tofu Cutlets
Preheat oven to 425F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together the batter ingredients in a bowl.
In another bowl combine the panko and NOOCH IT! Cashew Grated Cheeze.
Dip a tofu triangle into the batter and then coat in the panko crumbs.
Place on baking sheet and repeat with remaining tofu triangles.
Spray triangles with vegetable oil or drizzle with melted butter.
Bake for 10 mins then flip and spray the other side of the tofu with cooking spray, then bake for 10 mins or until golden brown.
Serve with gravy, enjoy!
