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Bang Bang Tofu

Crispy Bang Bang Tofu That Will Kick Your Taste Buds Alive

This Bang Bang Tofu recipe features crispy tofu and a sweet, spicy sauce—perfect for any plant-based diet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Pressing Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Extra-firm Tofu Use only extra-firm to achieve the perfect crispy texture!
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Helps create that golden crust; arrowroot starch works as a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides an unbeatable crunch; avoid regular breadcrumbs for best results.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise This adds creaminess to the sauce; feel free to substitute with any non-dairy mayo.
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Infuses the dish with heat and spice; sweet chili sauce can replace it for a milder version.
  • 1 tablespoon White Sugar Balances the sriracha's heat; you can omit or swap with another sweetener if desired.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing overall flavor; don’t skip this step!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bang Bang Tofu
  1. Press the Extra-firm Tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a kitchen towel and placing a weight on it for about 5 minutes.
  2. Cut the pressed tofu into approximately 1-inch cubes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornstarch, panko breadcrumbs, and garlic powder.
  5. Toss the cubed tofu in the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Spread the coated tofu cubes on the lined baking sheet and bake for about 40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, sugar, and salt to prepare the bang bang sauce.
  8. Once baked, toss the tofu in the bang bang sauce until evenly coated.
  9. Serve immediately and garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped chives or scallions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Bang Bang Tofu is best enjoyed immediately after tossing in sauce to maintain its irresistible crunch.

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