Cheez-It® Fried Tofu Pita Pocket Recipe

Cheez-It® Fried Tofu Pita Pocket Recipe

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 1/2 cups cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It®)
  • 1/2 cup plain potato chips
  • 6 saltine crackers, or more to taste
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup olive oil, divided
  • 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 4 pita bread pockets, halved lengthwise
  • 3 ounces baby spinach, or more to taste
  1. Season tofu with salt and black pepper.
  2. Place cheese-flavored crackers, potato chips, and saltine crackers in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal and crush into crumbs using a rolling pin or can. Pour into a shallow dish.
  3. Whisk water and egg together in a small bowl. Dip tofu cubes in egg mixture then roll in crushed cracker mixture and place on a plate.
  4. Heat 6 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute tofu cubes, in batches if necessary, until golden brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Reduce heat to medium. Season cherry tomatoes with salt and pepper and add to the skillet; cook and stir until slightly softened, about 1 minute.
  5. Combine chickpeas, tahini, and garlic in a food processor or blender; with motor running, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and process until hummus is smooth and has a slight sheen.
  6. Spread some hummus in each pita pocket. Top with tofu cubes, cherry tomatoes, and baby spinach.