The best way to cook tofu! 1 potato and 1 block tofu! Incredibly delicious and simple recipe!
The best way to cook tofu! 1 potato and 1 block tofu! Incredibly delicious and simple recipe! is a easy Vegan recipe that serves 4. 500 calories per serving. Recipe by We Cook Vegan on YouTube.
Prep: 53 min | Cook: 14 min | Total: 1 hr 17 min
Cost: $12.13 total, $3.03 per serving
Ingredients
- 14 oz Firm Tofu (pressed to remove excess water, cut into cubes)
- 4 oz Small Potato (peeled and grated)
- 1 oz Carrot (grated or finely diced)
- 2 tbsp Green Onion (chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp Brown Rice Flour (can substitute chickpea flour, oat flour, or all‑purpose flour)
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 oz Breadcrumbs (plain or chickpea‑based for gluten‑free)
- 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley (packed, roughly chopped)
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup Vegan Mayonnaise (store‑bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for pan‑frying)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
Press the tofu
Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel, place it on a plate, and set a heavy pan or weight on top to press out excess water for about 15 minutes.
Time: PT15M
Prepare vegetables
Peel and grate the potato, grate the carrot, chop the green onions, and mince the garlic.
Time: PT5M
Combine the patty mixture
Crumble the pressed tofu into the mixing bowl. Add the grated potato, carrot, green onion, garlic, brown rice flour, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
Time: PT5M
Chill the mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes. This helps the mixture bind without any egg or other binder.
Time: PT20M
Form and coat patties
Divide the chilled mixture into 4 equal portions (about 3 oz each). Shape each portion into a patty about ½ inch thick and press both sides into breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
Time: PT5M
Heat the pan
Add 1 tbsp olive oil to a non‑stick skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: Medium heat
Fry the patties
Place the patties in the hot skillet. Cook 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: Medium heat
Make the parsley‑lemon mayo
In a blender, combine the parsley, lemon juice, vegan mayonnaise, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
Time: PT3M
Serve
Plate the crispy tofu patties and drizzle or dollop the parsley‑lemon mayo on top or on the side. Enjoy warm.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 500
- Protein
- 12 g
- Carbohydrates
- 16 g
- Fat
- 20 g
- Fiber
- 1.5 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Dairy‑free, Egg‑free, Can be made gluten‑free
Allergens: Soy, Gluten (if regular breadcrumbs are used), Mustard (in some vegan mayonnaises)
Last updated: April 24, 2026








