Pan-Fried Tofu

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package water-packed firm tofu, drained and rinsed
• 6 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste (Optional)
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Slice tofu into 1/4-inch-thick slabs.
   
2. Place nutritional yeast on a plate. Mix in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
   
3. Roll tofu slices in nutritional yeast mixture until evenly coated.
   
4. Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over low to medium heat. Add tofu slices; cook until golden brown and crispy, 3 to 5 minutes per side.