Shockingly Good Fried Tofu || Vegan Hot Honey

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: firm tofu

Tempeh provides a similar texture and is often less expensive.

korean chili flakes

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Cayenne offers heat, while red pepper flakes can be more accessible.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a neutral alternative that is more budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is a gluten-free option that is often similarly priced.

Freeze and defrost firm tofu, then squeeze out excess liquid.

Quarter the tofu and add poultry seasoning and salt.

Prepare the batter (recipe in description).

Mix Panko with additional poultry seasoning and salt.

Soak rice paper in hot water for a few seconds.

Wrap the tofu in the soaked rice paper.

Dip the wrapped tofu in the batter, removing excess.

Press the tofu into the seasoned Panko.

Heat oil to 350°F for deep frying.

Add two breaded tofus to the oil without overcrowding.

Fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown on all sides.

Place fried tofu on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Make vegan hot honey by mixing equal parts wing sauce and Agave or maple syrup, adding vinegar.

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