Description
Enjoy these delicious vegan tofu nuggets, a copycat recipe for KFC’s famous fried chicken. They’re crispy, savory, and perfect for a meat-free meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block (14-16 oz) extra-firm tofu, pressed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Cut the pressed tofu into nugget-sized pieces.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, basil, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- In another shallow dish, combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for a minute to curdle slightly.
- Dip each tofu nugget first into the plant-based milk mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Then, dredge the wet tofu nugget in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Repeat the dipping and dredging process for an extra crispy coating.
- Place the coated nuggets on a plate or baking sheet.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat to around 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the tofu nuggets to the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry for 3-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the nuggets with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For best results, press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove as much water as possible.
- You can adjust the herbs and spices to your preference.
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for crispy nuggets.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 nuggets
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg