Dinner
Crispy Tofu Nuggets with Sweet Potato Fries
Recipe by Nadias Healthy Kitchen
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For the batter
- 60ml dairy-free milk
- 2 tbsp gluten-free flour
For the breadcrumb coating
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- To taste salt and black pepper
For the sweet potato fries
- 400g sweet potato, peeled and sliced into 1cm thick slices
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chilli powder
- To taste salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the crispy tofu nuggets
- 1 x 280g firm tofu, drained according to pack instructions
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- To taste salt and pepper
Utensils
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Step 1
Mix the cornflour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a bowl
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Step 2
Chop the tofu into chunks, and then toss each chunk in the cornflour mix to coat
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Step 3
Now dip in the milk mixture, followed by the breadcrumb coating ensuring that each chunk is coated well
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Step 4
Place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl along with the seasoning and olive oil. Toss to combine
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Step 5
Insert the crisper plate in both drawers. Arrange the tofu pieces in zone 1, then insert drawer into the unit. Place the sweet potato fries in zone 2 and insert into the unit
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Step 6
Select zone 1, select air fry and set the temperature to 200C and the time to 20 minutes
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Step 7
Select zone 2, select air fry, then set the temperature to 180C and time to 15 minutes
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Step 8
When zone 2 reaches 10 minutes, remove the drawer and give it a shake, then return to continue cooking. After 15 minutes check the fries. They may need an extra 5 minutes if you want them crispier
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Step 9
Serve the tofu nuggets and sweet potato fries with ketchup or hot sauce – enjoy!
