Spicy and Delicious Buffalo Tofu Bites

These Buffalo Tofu Bites are a perfect vegetarian alternative to the classic buffalo wings. They are incredibly easy to make and packed with bold flavor. The crispy tofu bites are coated in a tangy and spicy buffalo sauce, making them addictive and perfect for any party or game day. This recipe will surely win the hearts of both meat lovers and vegetarians alike!

Ingredients

• 1 block of extra-firm tofu
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1 cup of buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons of melted butter
• 1 tablespoon of hot sauce (adjust according to taste)
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Optional toppings: blue cheese dressing, celery sticks

Directions

1. Press the tofu: Start by pressing the block of tofu to remove excess water. Place the tofu on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Place another kitchen towel or layer of paper towels on top and press down with a heavy object like a cast-iron skillet or a few heavy books. Let it press for at least 15 minutes to remove the water.
2. Prepare the tofu: Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into bite-sized cubes.
3. Prepare the coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Coat the tofu: Dip each tofu cube into the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any excess flour. Place the coated tofu cubes on a plate.
5. Heat the oil: In a deep pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Make sure there is enough oil to fully submerge the tofu cubes.
6. Fry the tofu: Carefully place the coated tofu cubes into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
7. Drain and cool: Once the tofu cubes are crispy, use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove them from the oil. Place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let them cool slightly.
8. Make the buffalo sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the buffalo sauce, melted butter, hot sauce, and honey.
9. Coat the tofu with buffalo sauce: Toss the slightly cooled tofu cubes in the buffalo sauce until fully coated.
10. Serve and enjoy: Transfer the buffalo tofu bites to a serving platter and serve with optional toppings like blue cheese dressing and celery sticks. Enjoy them while they're still hot and crispy!

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