30 years ago before vegans existed*, I didn’t know Tofu could have so much texture and be a mouthful of taste you could actually chew. Fast forward to 2020 (the future) and the range of different tofu products is amazing. Using very firm tofu and my own Sweet Spanish paprika, the results turned out very flavourful.
My Favourite extra firm Tofu 
Ready for some flavour 
Slice into finger size narrow pieces 
Making a seasoning mix to coat our fingers. Starting with a heaped tablespoon of Sweet Spanish Paprika 
Half a tablespoon of crushed chillis. I like it quite hot 
A heaped tablespoon of Nutritional Yeast for Umami flavour and added texture 
A pinch of salt 
Half a teaspoon of black pepper 
A little bit of ground cumin 
A heaped tablespoon of Vital Wheat Gluten flour. Helps crispiness, plus additional protein 
Stir the seasoning mix 
Changing to a wooden spoon. All the ingredients are well mixed 
Add a handful of Tofu fingers at a time and stir until they are well coated 
Arrange on a baking tray. I’ve put mine on baking paper so they don’t stick 
Ready to go in the oven at 180 degrees / gas mark 6 for 35 minutes or until they look nice and crispy 
Ready to eat with your favourite dip 
Mid dip 
Close-up and crispy 