Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package extra firm tofu
  • Herb Crust
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (I only use a pinch)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • Mushroom Gravy
  • 1 small onion, chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 5 button mushrooms, chopped
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

Method

  • Drain the tofu and cut into 6 slices.
  • To Make Herb Crust:
  • Combine all the ingredients except the oil in a shallow bowl.
  • To Make Mushroom Gravy:
  • Saute the onion in olive oil over medium high heat. Stir it often for 5 minutes, or until it is browned. Add the rosemary, the mushrooms and a pinch of salt. Add the broth, and simmer it until the mushrooms are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat( be careful not to burn it). Then coat the tofu cutlets with the herb crust. Place in the oil, and fry 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Heat the gravy over high heat.Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water; whisk into the gravy until it's thickened, and remove from heat.
  • Spoon the mushroom gravy over the tofu cutlets. Serve and enjoy!