Fried Spicy Tofu

Ingredients:

• 1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sage
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Procedure:

1. Cut pressed tofu into 1/2-inch thick slices; then cut again into 1/2-inch wide sticks.
2. Place tofu in a bowl, and pour broth over the top. Set aside to soak.
3. In a separate bowl, stir together flour, yeast, salt, pepper, sage, and cayenne.
4. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Remove tofu sticks from broth, and squeeze most of the liquid.
6. Roll sticks in breading.
7. Place tofu in hot oil; fry until crisp and browned on all sides. Add more oil if necessary.