Lemongrass Tofu Cutlets (Printable Recipe)
Crispy tofu cutlets with lemongrass and a refreshing slaw for a balanced, vibrant meal.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Tofu Cutlets
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14 oz extra firm tofu, pressed and sliced into slabs
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2 tbsp tamari
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1 stalk lemongrass, minced
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1/2 lime, juiced
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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2 tbsp nutritional yeast
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Zest of 1/2 lime
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp dried thyme
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1 tbsp neutral oil for searing
→ Slaw
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1 cup shredded green cabbage
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1 cup shredded carrots
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2 tbsp chopped cilantro
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1/2 lime, juiced
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 tsp maple syrup
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1/8 tsp salt
→ Sauce
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2 tbsp tamari
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1 tbsp maple syrup
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2 tbsp vegetable broth
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1 small shallot, finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 stalk lemongrass, minced
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2–3 tbsp water, optional for deglazing
→ To Serve
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3 servings cooked noodles
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Chopped fresh cilantro, to garnish
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Optional: 1/2 cup shelled edamame
# Steps to Follow:
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In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, cilantro, lime juice, sesame oil, maple syrup, and salt. Massage the slaw with clean hands until softened. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Arrange the tofu slabs in a shallow dish. Drizzle with tamari, sprinkle with minced lemongrass, and squeeze lime juice over top. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
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In another shallow dish, whisk together cornstarch, nutritional yeast, lime zest, garlic powder, and thyme. Dredge each tofu slab in the mixture and set aside.
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Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu slabs score-side down and sear for 5 minutes. Flip and cook another 5 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
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In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, maple syrup, and vegetable broth. Remove tofu from skillet. Add shallots to the pan and sauté 1 minute. Add garlic and lemongrass and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
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Lower the heat and return tofu to the skillet. Pour sauce over the tofu and let it bubble. Flip tofu to evenly coat, then remove from heat.
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Divide cooked noodles and slaw between bowls. Slice tofu into strips and place on top. Deglaze pan with water if extra sauce is desired. Spoon over tofu and garnish with cilantro. Add edamame for extra protein if using.
# Extra Tips:
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Scoring tofu allows more surface area for flavor absorption.
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Using pre-shredded vegetables saves time when preparing the slaw.