Description
Crispy bang bang tofu delivers a spicy-sweet sensation from Asian cuisine. Crunchy panko-coated tofu pieces drizzled with creamy chili sauce create an irresistible experience you cannot resist sampling.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 15.5 ounces (440 grams) extra-firm tofu
Coating Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 grams) cornstarch
- ¼ cup (30 grams) panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) sriracha
- ½ teaspoon white sugar
Instructions
- Extract the tofu from its packaging, ensuring complete drainage if water-packed.
- Envelop the tofu blocks in a clean kitchen towel, applying gentle pressure to eliminate excess moisture.
- Position a lightweight object like a dinner plate atop the wrapped tofu for thorough moisture extraction.
- Slice the pressed tofu into precise cubes, aiming for approximately 32 uniform pieces.
- Activate the oven, setting the temperature to a crisp 400º Fahrenheit.
- Craft a textural coating by blending cornstarch, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic garlic powder in a mixing vessel.
- Meticulously coat each tofu cube with the seasoned mixture, using fingertips to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Arrange the seasoned cubes on a parchment-lined sheet pan, distributing them evenly for optimal crispness.
- Roast the tofu in the heated oven, allowing 40 minutes for transformation into golden, crunchy morsels.
- Simultaneously construct the signature bang bang sauce by whisking vegan mayonnaise, fiery sriracha, subtle sugar, and a hint of salt.
- Adjust sauce consistency with water if necessary, creating a smooth, pourable texture.
- Once tofu reaches peak crispiness, lavishly coat the cubes in the zesty sauce.
- Present the sauced tofu atop fluffy rice or as a standalone dish, embellishing with vibrant red pepper flakes and finely chopped chives or scallions.
Notes
- Squeezing out moisture is crucial for achieving that irresistible crunch in every tofu bite.
- Cornstarch and panko create a magical coating that transforms bland tofu into a crispy sensation.
- Sauce brings explosive flavor, turning simple baked cubes into a mouthwatering masterpiece that’ll make taste buds dance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg