Tofu Cutlets (Vegetarian Tonkatsu Alternative)

Name: Tofu Cutlets (Vegetarian Tonkatsu Alternative)
Yield: Serves 1 serving
Ingredients: 1/2 block firm tofu; as needed All-purpose flour,; as needed Egg,; as needed Panko breadcrumbs,; as needed Shredded cabbage,

eribow @cook_40044531

A vegetarian version of tonkatsu that looks just like the real thing. Other than the main ingredient, it's just like making tonkatsu!
Recipe background: When making tonkatsu for my family, I tried using tofu as a substitute for myself as a vegetarian.

eribow @cook_40044531

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Ingredients

Serves 1 serving

1/2 blockfirm tofu
as neededAll-purpose flour,
as neededEgg,
as neededPanko breadcrumbs,
as neededShredded cabbage,

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Steps

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Press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut into thick slices, about the size of sashimi pieces.
2

Lightly season with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
3

Fry in medium-hot oil until golden brown, then drain well on paper towels.
4

Serve with shredded cabbage and enjoy with spicy mustard, tonkatsu sauce, soy sauce, or noodle soup base (mentsuyu).

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Published in the US on August 24, 2025 14:01

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