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Vegan Bang Bang Tofu Recipe

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This Vegan Bang Bang Tofu recipe features crispy baked tofu cubes coated in a spicy, creamy bang bang sauce made with vegan mayonnaise and sriracha. Perfect as a plant-based appetizer or main dish, the tofu is baked to golden crispiness and tossed in a flavorful sauce that delivers a satisfying kick without any dairy or eggs.

Ingredients

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Tofu

  • 15.5 ounces Extra-firm Tofu

Coating

  • ¼ cup Cornstarch
  • ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1 cup Vegan Mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha
  • ½ tsp White Sugar
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • ½ tbsp Water (optional, to thin sauce)

Instructions

  1. Drain and press tofu: Remove the extra firm tofu from its packaging and drain any excess water. Wrap the tofu blocks in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels, and gently press to remove additional moisture. Place a light weight, such as a dinner plate, on top and let it press for at least 5 minutes.
  2. Cut tofu into cubes: Once pressed, slice the tofu blocks into approximately 32 cubes, about 1-inch or smaller in size.
  3. Preheat oven: Set your oven to 400º Fahrenheit (200º Celsius) to prepare for baking the tofu.
  4. Prepare coating mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, panko breadcrumbs, and garlic powder.
  5. Coat tofu: Add the tofu cubes to the bowl with the coating mixture and gently toss or mix with your hands until all cubes are evenly coated.
  6. Arrange tofu on baking sheet: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and spread the coated tofu cubes evenly, ensuring the pieces are not touching for even crisping.
  7. Bake tofu: Bake the tofu in the preheated oven at 400ºF for 40 minutes until golden and crispy.
  8. Make bang bang sauce: While the tofu bakes, combine vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, white sugar, and salt in a bowl. If the sauce is too thick, add about ½ tablespoon of water to thin it out and stir until fully combined.
  9. Toss tofu in sauce: Once the tofu is baked, transfer the crispy cubes to the bowl with the bang bang sauce. Use a rubber spatula to gently toss until all tofu pieces are well coated.
  10. Serve and garnish: Serve the bang bang tofu over rice or enjoy it on its own. Garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped chives or scallions for extra flavor and color.

Notes

  • Pressing the tofu thoroughly helps achieve a crispier texture when baked.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, adjust the amount of sriracha to your taste.
  • Panko breadcrumbs contribute to a crispy coating but can be replaced with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture, as the tofu can lose crispness over time.
  • This recipe can be doubled to serve more people or to have leftovers.

Keywords: Vegan Bang Bang Tofu, Baked Tofu, Vegan Appetizer, Spicy Tofu, Vegan Sauce, Bang Bang Sauce, Crispy Tofu

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