Crispy Coconut Tofu Bites with Sweet Chili-Lime Dipping Sauce
These crispy coconut tofu bites are baked to perfection on a sheet pan and paired with a zesty sweet chili-lime dipping sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal or snack. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is easy, flavorful, and ready in just 25 minutes.
- 16 oz extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 each large eggs
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cooking spray or vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 each lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Lightly coat with cooking spray or brush with vegetable oil.
⏱️ 5 minutes 🌡️ 425°FSet up three shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs; and one with a mix of shredded coconut and panko.
⏱️ 2 minutesDredge each tofu cube first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat with the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
⏱️ 5 minutesArrange coated tofu cubes on the prepared sheet pan. Lightly spray or drizzle with more oil.
⏱️ 1 minuteBake for 14 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
⏱️ 14 minutes 🌡️ 425°FMeanwhile, mix sweet chili sauce and lime juice in a small bowl for dipping. Garnish tofu bites with cilantro if desired and serve immediately with sauce.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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