Buffalo tofu in the air fryer, breaded and air-fried then tossed in Buffalo sauce. Make these spicy vegan wing bites without oil. Freezing the tofu gives it a chewy texture that makes this snack just that much better. Serve with fresh veggies and vegan ranch dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) container extra-firm tofu
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened rice milk
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2/3 cup vegan Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's®)
Directions
Step 1
Remove tofu block from the package and discard liquid. Wrap tofu in cheesecloth, place on a plate, and cover with a heavy pot until remaining liquid has been squeezed out, about 10 minutes. Remove the cheesecloth and cut tofu into 20 1-inch, bite-sized pieces. Place in a freezer-safe container and freeze, 8 hours or overnight.
Step 2
Remove tofu from freezer and thaw on paper towels or a dry cheesecloth. Pat dry.
Step 3
While tofu is thawing, put cornstarch into a resealable plastic bag. Pour rice milk into a small bowl.
Step 4
Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Step 5
Place tofu into the bag with cornstarch, seal, and shake to coat the tofu pieces completely. Remove tofu pieces and dredge each piece in rice milk.
Step 6
Place bread crumbs, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and pepper in the resealable plastic bag with the cornstarch residue; shake until well mixed. Place each piece of tofu, one at a time, back in the bag with the bread crumbs. Shake the bag until tofu piece is completely coated, tap gently to shake off excess, and place tofu on a wire rack while you repeat with remaining tofu pieces.
Step 7
Add coated tofu to the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Shake the basket to loosen the pieces. Cook for another 3 minutes or until browned.
Step 8
Place 1/3 cup Buffalo sauce in a bowl, add cooked tofu bites, and toss to coat. Drizzle remaining Buffalo sauce over tofu and continue tossing to coat. Serve immediately.
Tips
Freezing the tofu gives it a chewy texture and is an important part of the outcome of this recipe.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 20 | |
Calories 35 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat0g | 1% |
Sodium243mg | 11% |
Total Carbohydrate6g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 0% |
Total Sugars0g | |
Protein2g | |
Calcium40mg | 3% |
Iron1mg | 3% |
Potassium15mg | 0% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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