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Buffalo Tofu Tacos

Buffalo Tofu Tacos

Spicy and satisfying, these Buffalo Tofu Tacos feature crispy tofu tossed in buffalo sauce, topped with coleslaw, guacamole, and diced onions on corn tortillas. Perfect for vegans and flavor lovers alike!
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

Buffalo Tofu

Wet Mixture

  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2-3 tbsp plain plant milk
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • black pepper to taste

Tacos

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups coleslaw of choice
  • guacamole
  • ¼ red onion, finely diced

Instructions
 

Buffalo Tofu

  • Pre-heat the oven to 400° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Tear the tofu into bite sized pieces. Tearing it will create a lot of ridges that help the sauce stick. (see photos for reference)
  • In a shallow dish, make your wet mixture by combining cornstarch, plant milk, soy sauce, paprika, garlic powder and black pepper. Start with 2 tbsp of plant milk and add more only if needed. This mixture should be quite thick, but not so thick that you can't dip your tofu pieces.
  • In a second shallow dish, add the panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dip each piece of tofu into the wet mixture, then into the panko bread crumbs. Place each piece of tofu directly onto the parchment paper.
  • Optional: For a crispier texture, lightly spray the tofu with a little avocado oil.
  • Bake the tofu at 400 for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Add the cooked tofu into a large mixing bowl with the buffalo sauce and toss to combine.

Taco Assembly

  • Start by spreading a layer of guacamole onto each corn tortilla.
  • Next, add the buffalo tofu then top with coleslaw and diced red onions.
  • Serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Tip: for the BEST texture, try freezing then thawing your tofu before making this recipe. This totally changes the texture and makes it more "meaty". 
Use pickled red onions instead of raw for a twist! 
Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg
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