Crispy Sesame Crusted Tofu - Sarah's Vegan Kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 (14 or 16 oz) block firm or extra-firm tofu (pressed)
• salt and pepper
• spray oil (optional, to assist with browning)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch
• 1/3 cup unsweetened plain plant milk (or just use cold water in a pinch)
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional (but recommended!))
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• black pepper (to preference)
• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds (I like a combo of white and black, but it's optional)
• sauce of choice (for dipping)