Vegan Schnitzel

Crispy, golden, and completely plant-based, this Vegan Schnitzel is a game-changer for your dinner table. Made with firm tofu as the protein-packed base, this recipe uses a dynamic blend of seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and nutritional yeast to deliver incredible depth of flavor. A perfectly crispy crust is achieved by a three-step breading process, including almond milk and breadcrumbs, followed by a quick pan-fry in olive oil for that signature crunch you crave. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegan twist on a classic comfort food pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or a squeeze of lemon juice for a zesty finish. Whether you're catering to plant-based guests or simply exploring meat-free options, this Vegan Schnitzel is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 120 ml unsweetened almond milk
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 30 grams nutritional yeast
• 20 grams cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 60 ml olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean tea towel and applying weight on top for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Slice the pressed tofu into cutlets approximately 1 cm thick.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, combine unsweetened almond milk, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well.

Step 4

In another shallow dish, mix together all-purpose flour, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Place the breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish.

Step 6

Dip each tofu slice into the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 7

Then dip the coated tofu slice into the almond milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 8

Finally, dredge the tofu slice in breadcrumbs, pressing gently so that the crumbs adhere well.

Step 9

Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Step 10

Cook the schnitzels in batches, frying each side for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Transfer the schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 12

Serve hot with lemon wedges and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1682.6

Total Fat 83.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4123.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.8g
Protein 84.8g	0%

Vitamin D 44.6IU	0%
Calcium 929.6mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1519.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 37.9%