Tofu Piccata Recipe
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Summary
Main IngredientTofu
Ingredients
2 (10.5 -ounce) packages extra-firm tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
3 egg whites
Vegetable cooking spray
4 cups hot cooked linguine (about 8 ounces uncooked pasta)
2 cups marinara sauce
1 tablespoon drained capers
Lemon wedges (optional)
Directions
Place tofu cubes and lemon juice in a large heavy-duty, zip-top plastic bag; seal bag, and shake gently to coat.
Add cornstarch to bag; seal bag, and shake gently to coat.
Let stand 1 hour.
Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, and Italian seasoning in another large heavy-duty, zip-top plastic bag; seal bag, and shake well.
Place egg whites in a shallow bowl; stir well.
Dip tofu cubes into egg whites using a slotted spoon, and add to cheese mixture in bag; seal bag, and shake gently to coat.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium heat until hot.
Add tofu cubes, and cook 8 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally.
Spoon pasta onto individual plates, and top with tofu cubes.
Spoon marinara sauce over tofu and pasta; sprinkle with capers.
Add cornstarch to bag; seal bag, and shake gently to coat.
Let stand 1 hour.
Combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, parsley, and Italian seasoning in another large heavy-duty, zip-top plastic bag; seal bag, and shake well.
Place egg whites in a shallow bowl; stir well.
Dip tofu cubes into egg whites using a slotted spoon, and add to cheese mixture in bag; seal bag, and shake gently to coat.
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray, and place over medium heat until hot.
Add tofu cubes, and cook 8 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally.
Spoon pasta onto individual plates, and top with tofu cubes.
Spoon marinara sauce over tofu and pasta; sprinkle with capers.
