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  "slug": "crispy-tofu-cutlets",
  "title": "Crispy Tofu Cutlets with Onion Gravy",
  "description": "Breaded tofu slabs with a separate broth-based onion gravy.",
  "category": "Main dishes",
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  "url": "https://francespopsicle.com/recipes/crispy-tofu-cutlets/",
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  "recipeYield": "8–10 servings; 12 cutlets",
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    "8–10 servings; 12 cutlets",
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  "ingredients": [
    "4 blocks (14–16 ounces each) extra-firm tofu",
    "1 cup all-purpose flour",
    "1½ cups plain breadcrumbs or panko",
    "½ cup unsweetened plant milk, plus more if needed",
    "2 tablespoons cornstarch",
    "2 tablespoons soy sauce",
    "2 teaspoons garlic powder",
    "2 teaspoons onion powder",
    "2 teaspoons paprika",
    "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
    "½ teaspoon black pepper",
    "Oil for brushing or pan-frying",
    "2 large onions, thinly sliced",
    "4 tablespoons vegan butter or oil",
    "⅓ cup all-purpose flour",
    "4 cups vegetable broth",
    "2 tablespoons soy sauce",
    "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
    "½ teaspoon garlic powder",
    "Black pepper to taste"
  ],
  "instructions": [
    "Drain and press the tofu for 15–20 minutes.",
    "Cut each block into three thick slabs, producing 12 cutlets.",
    "Mix plant milk and soy sauce in one shallow bowl.",
    "Combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme and pepper in a second bowl.",
    "Place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.",
    "Coat each tofu slab in seasoned flour, dip into the milk mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.",
    "Place on an oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet and brush or spray lightly with oil.",
    "Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.",
    "Onion gravy: Cook sliced onions in vegan butter or oil over medium heat for 12–15 minutes, stirring until soft and browned.",
    "Onion gravy: Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.",
    "Onion gravy: Slowly whisk in vegetable broth until smooth.",
    "Onion gravy: Add soy sauce, thyme and garlic powder.",
    "Onion gravy: Simmer 5–10 minutes until thickened. Season to taste."
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        "½ cup unsweetened plant milk, plus more if needed",
        "2 tablespoons cornstarch",
        "2 tablespoons soy sauce",
        "2 teaspoons garlic powder",
        "2 teaspoons onion powder",
        "2 teaspoons paprika",
        "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
        "½ teaspoon black pepper",
        "Oil for brushing or pan-frying"
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        "2 large onions, thinly sliced",
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        "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
        "½ teaspoon garlic powder",
        "Black pepper to taste"
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  "notes": [
    "Alternatively pan-fry cutlets over medium heat for approximately 3–5 minutes per side.",
    "Keep gravy separate until serving to preserve crispness."
  ],
  "servingSuggestions": [
    "Rice, green beans and salad."
  ],
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