Easy Buffalo Tofu [Fried, Baked, Air Fri]

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    289 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Buffalo Tofu [Fried, Baked, Air Fri]

Spicy, tangy, indulgent buffalo tofu is a must try, 6-ingredient, 20-minute, protein-rich appetizer, side, game day treat, or party snack even meat eaters will love!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 (16-ounce) package of super firm tofu (if you can't find super firm, at least get extra firm)
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ cup of melted vegan butter
  • ½ cup of vinegar-based hot sauce
  • ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon of paprika
  • ½ teaspoon of garlic
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • teaspoon of salt
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Instructions

  1. Slice the super firm tofu in thin triangle wedges. Once again, super firm high protein tofu works the best, but if you have to, use extra firm.
  2. In a frying pan, heat your cooking oil over medium-high until it starts to bubble. Add the wedges and cook until they turn golden brown on both sides. Turn down the heat to medium. This should take less than 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the vegan butter on low heat. Stir in the hot sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic, pepper, and salt.
  4. After the sauce is well-stirred, pour half of the sauce onto the tofu. Make sure that the sauce is poured directly on the wedges and not on the surface of the pan. Flip them over and pour the remaining sauce on the tofu. Cook for another few minutes.
  5. Serve with carrots and celery. A helpful tip: letting the sauce cool a little will solidify it. Pour any excess sauce over the wedges before eating and let your taste buds tailgate.

Notes

  • Adjust the heat level: Select a hot sauce that fits your preferred spice level. Make it hotter with added cayenne pepper or milder by adding more vegan butter.
  • To make the tofu more tender: Freeze and thaw it before carrying out the recipe. This process makes for a chewier, more tender tofu texture.
  • Super firm tofu is best: It has a wonderfully chewy texture, is packed with protein, and requires no pressing.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 289kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 9g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 4g Sodium 1232mg (51%) Potassium 238mg (7%) Fiber 0.4g (2%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 277IU (6%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 289 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 289kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9g 53%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 4g 200%
Sodium 1232mg 51%
Potassium 238mg 5%
Fiber 0.4g 2%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 277IU 6%
Vitamin C 23mg 26%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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