# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Tofu Nuggets
01 - 14 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - ½ cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free option)
03 - ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk
04 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1 tsp onion powder
07 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
10 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for baking or frying)
→ Holiday Spice Dip
11 - ½ cup vegan mayonnaise
12 - ¼ cup unsweetened plain plant-based yogurt
13 - 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
14 - ½ tsp ground cinnamon
15 - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
16 - ¼ tsp ground ginger
17 - ⅛ tsp ground cloves
18 - Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F or heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet for frying. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if baking.
02 - Arrange three bowls: one with flour, one with plant-based milk, and one with seasoned panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Dip each tofu cube sequentially into flour, then plant-based milk, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture.
04 - If baking, place coated tofu cubes on baking sheet, lightly drizzle with oil, and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy. If frying, cook nuggets in batches over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
05 - Whisk vegan mayonnaise, plant-based yogurt, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
06 - Serve tofu nuggets hot alongside the holiday spice dip.
