Description
Buffalo Tofu is a plant-based twist on classic buffalo wings, featuring crispy tofu bites tossed in a spicy buffalo sauce. Perfect for vegans and meat-lovers alike.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 block of firm or extra firm tofu, pressed
- 1/4 cup of Frank’s Red Hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons of vegan butter
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Begin by pressing the water out of your tofu block. Press the tofu for at least 30-45 minutes to remove excess moisture. For detailed instructions on pressing tofu, refer to the link provided in the blog post.
- Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Add the tofu cubes to the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides.
- In a small saucepan, melt the vegan butter over low heat. Once melted, add the Frank’s Red Hot sauce and stir to combine.
- Pour the hot sauce mixture over the cooked tofu cubes in the pan. Toss the tofu in the sauce to ensure each piece is well-coated.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is heated through and the sauce is slightly thickened.
- Serve immediately, garnished with your choice of fresh herbs or alongside a vegan ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
Pressing the tofu is crucial for achieving the right texture, so don’t skip this step. These tofu bites can be made ahead of time and reheated in the sauce just before serving. Serve with a side of celery sticks and vegan ranch for a classic buffalo experience.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg