Crispy Buffalo Tofu Bites!
Buffalo tofu: Whip up crispy, crunchy air fryer bites with Frank's RedHot sauce in under 30 minutes. The perfect spicy vegan snack or appetizer!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces super firm tofu (vacuum-packed)
- 2 tablespoons tamari (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- Avocado oil spray (high-heat oil for frying)
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter
- 3 tablespoons Frank's RedHot sauce
Instructions
- Press out excess moisture from the tofu. Break it into roughly 1.5 to 2-inch chunks by hand in a bowl.
- Season tofu with tamari, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, and salt. Gently mix to coat. Let marinate for 5 minutes if time allows.
- Sprinkle cornstarch and nutritional yeast over the tofu. Cover and shake the bowl to coat evenly.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 13 minutes, shaking and spraying with avocado oil halfway through.
- Melt vegan butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in hot sauce to create the buffalo coating.
- Add the cooked tofu to the buffalo sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!
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Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.