Chicken-Fried Tofu With Orange-Scented Sweet Potatoes
[Vegan]

Tofu:

• 10 ounces extra-firm tofu

For the Mashed Sweet Potatoes:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon vegan butter
• Pinch of salt, to taste
• Pinch of cayenne (optional)

For the Breadcrumb Coating:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose or rice flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1/2 cup panko or gluten-free panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire
• 2 tablespoons tapioca flour
• 3 tablespoons tamari, divided
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• Oil for frying, about 1 1/2 cups, depending on skillet size

For Serving:

• Vegan dinner rolls
• Bread and butter pickles
• Hot sauce (optional)