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Bang Bang Tofu

Crispy Bang Bang Tofu with Sweet Sauce You’ll Love

Crispy Bang Bang Tofu is a delightful dish that combines a crunchy texture with a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian, Vegan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Extra-Firm Tofu Press to remove moisture
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Coating agent for crispiness
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For crunchiness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For enhanced flavor
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise Base for sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adds heat
  • 2 tablespoons White Sugar Balances spiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Press Tofu: Remove tofu from packaging, drain, wrap in towels, and place a heavy object on top for 5 minutes.
  2. Cube Tofu: Slice pressed tofu into approximately 1-inch cubes, about 32 pieces.
  3. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400ºF (200ºC) for baking.
  4. Prepare Coating: Mix cornstarch, panko breadcrumbs, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  5. Coat Tofu: Toss cubed tofu in the coating mixture until evenly coated.
  6. Bake: Spread coated tofu on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Make Bang Bang Sauce: Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, Sriracha, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  8. Toss Tofu in Sauce: Mix baked tofu with Bang Bang sauce until well coated.
  9. Serve: Plate with rice or on its own; garnish with red pepper flakes and chopped chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftover tofu and sauce separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best crispiness.

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