Pistachio Crusted Tofu

Who says tofu can't taste good?! This recipe packs flavour and crunch, two of my favourite things! Serve with sweet potato coins and mixed vegetables.

  

Ingredients:

1 package of firm tofu
2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
1-2 slices of ezekiel or sprouted grain bread toasted
1/2 cup pistachio nuts
Ground pepper to taste
2 tbsp. spicy mustard
2 tbsp. maple syrup
1/2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce


Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray baking sheet with cooking spray.

Cut the tofu into 1/2-in. slices and dry them lightly with paper towels. Brush both sides of the tofu with the 2 tbsp. soy sauce and set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.

While the tofu is marinating, place the bread into the food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Pulse the pistachios in the processor until they are reduced to fine crumbs. Add them to the breadcrumbs along with a generous grating of black pepper, and mix well.

In another shallow bowl, combine the mustard, syrup, soy sauce. Dip a slice of tofu into the mustard mixture, lightly coating all sides; then place it into the breadcrumbs, sprinkle crumbs over the top and sides, and lightly press them into the tofu. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with all slices of tofu.

Put the tofu into the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until breadcrumbs are golden brown.