Description
A Spicy, Crunchy, Saucy Sandwich You Will Want Every Week
Crispy fried tofu coated in buffalo ranch sauce and stacked on a toasted vegan bun for a wildly flavorful, satisfying sandwich.
Ingredients
For the tofu
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1/2 block extra firm tofu
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1 cup oil
Dry ingredients
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon Old Bay
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon chipotle pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
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1/2 cup flour
Toppings
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Vegan bun
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Lettuce
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3 tablespoons vegan ranch
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1 teaspoon Texas Pete
Instructions
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Cut the block of tofu in half. Store one half and press the other half with paper towels until damp but not wet.
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Slice the pressed tofu lengthwise to create two patties.
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Combine all dry ingredients in a small bowl.
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Coat each tofu patty on all sides with the dry mixture.
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Heat oil to approximately 350°F. Carefully lower the tofu into the hot oil.
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Fry until golden brown on all sides, then transfer to a plate lined with napkins to drain.
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In a small bowl stir together Texas Pete and vegan ranch to make the sauce.
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Toast the vegan bun lightly and assemble the sandwich with lettuce, the fried tofu and the buffalo ranch. Enjoy.
Notes
Add pickles or shredded cabbage for extra crunch
Serve with baked fries, coleslaw or a simple green salad
Drizzle extra buffalo sauce over the tofu for more heat
Pair with crisp celery sticks for a classic buffalo combo
Nutrition info is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Handhelds and Sandwiches
- Method: Fry
- Cuisine: American Inspired, Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 463kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 742mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g