Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a second course prepared with tofu, breadcrumbs, corn flour, paprika, turmeric, extra virgin olive oil

Ingredients

Tofu – 2 loaves (≈ 200–250 g / 7–8.8 oz total)

Breadcrumbs – 2 tablespoons (≈ 15 g / 0.5 oz)

Whole wheat cornmeal – 2 tablespoons (≈ 15 g / 0.5 oz)

Turmeric powder – 2 teaspoons (≈ 4 g / 0.14 oz)

Hot paprika – 2 teaspoons (≈ 4 g / 0.14 oz)

Extra-virgin olive oil – 2 teaspoons (≈ 10 ml / 0.34 fl oz)

Method

Slice the tofu and rinse it with running water.

Dab excess water on the slices

Place them in a bowl and season them with a teaspoon of oil, one of turmeric and one of paprika.

Stir

Leave to flavor for about an hour

Mix cornmeal and breadcrumbs with turmeric and paprika

Dip the tofu slices in the spiced breadcrumbs.

Cover them and press them gently with your fingers to make the breading stick.

Place the breaded slices on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper and moisten them with a drizzle of oil.

Bake (oven at 220°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes.

Turn the slices halfway through cooking

Serve as a main course, hot as soon as it comes out of the oven, or as an aperitif appetizer

Allergens

Turmeric: possible, albeit rare, cases of hypersensitivity or allergy to its components

Corn flour: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses. Very high glycemic index

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Breadcrumbs: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Paprika: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Tofu: soy-based product, included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Turmeric: has anti-inflammatory properties, facilitates digestion and stimulates the immune system

Corn flour: provides zinc, an element favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Breadcrumbs: cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Paprika: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system

Tofu – useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of probiotics

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss

Not recommended in case of:

• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity) with regard to acidity