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Crispy Tofu 'Wings'

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Crispy Tofu ‘Wings’

Crispy Tofu 'Wings'
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Do you love spicy food? We got you covered with this Crispy Tofu ‘Wings’. You can add more or less spice depending on your preference. We warn you though, these little bites are addictive!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Author: Anniina Kotiranta @anniinaskitchen

Ingredients

  • 400 g Extra Firm Tofu about 14 oz
  • Cornstarch as needed
  • Unsweetened Plant-based Milk as needed
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • Dried Basil to taste
  • Hot Sauce as needed
  • Vegan Butter as needed

Dip

  • Vegan Mayo
  • Vegan BBQ Sauce

Instructions

  • Cut the tofu into sticks and put them in between paper towels. Place some weights over the tofu and let drain for about 15 min.
  • Preheat oven to 220 C (425 F).
  • Put the cornstarch in one bowl and the plant milk in a second bowl. Mix together panko, oil, paprika, salt, pepper and dried basil in a third bowl. Pour the crumb mixture onto a plate.
  • Dip the tofu sticks first in cornstarch then in milk and then roll in crumb mix and place to lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tofu sticks. Bake in a oven for 25 mins. Flip and bake for 15 min until the tofu is crispy.
  • Brush tofu sticks with hot sauce + melted vegan butter. 
  • Serve with your favourite plant-based dip.

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