Description
This Creamy Sherry Tofu recipe features super firm tofu dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, pan-fried to golden perfection, and simmered in a luxurious sherry and dairy-free cream sauce with sautéed mushrooms and onions. Served warm over mashed potatoes, this dish offers a rich, comforting plant-based meal perfect for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Tofu and Dredge
- 1 block super firm tofu
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free butter, divided
Sauce and Vegetables
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- ½ medium onion, diced
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup dry sherry
- ¾ cup dairy-free heavy cream
Serving
- Mashed potatoes, for serving
Instructions
- Prep the tofu: Slice the super firm tofu width-wise into ½ inch slabs. Optionally, round the corners to resemble chicken cutlets for presentation.
- Make the dredge: In a wide, shallow bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Dredge the tofu: Coat each tofu slice in the seasoned flour mixture on all sides and set aside.
- Pan-fry tofu: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of dairy-free butter. Fry the tofu cutlets, turning once, until both sides are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Cook diced onions for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add sliced cremini mushrooms and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tender. Pour in the dry sherry and dairy-free heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer the cutlets: Return the tofu cutlets to the skillet with the sherry cream sauce. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve: Serve the creamy sherry tofu immediately over warm mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Storage: This dish is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Gluten-free option: Substitute the all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend like Bob's Red Mill gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Dairy-free: Use dairy-free butter and dairy-free heavy cream alternatives to keep the recipe vegan and dairy-free.
- Tofu preparation: Press tofu well before slicing to remove excess moisture and improve texture when frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
