Baked: This particular recipe is tailored to frying.Tofu wings: Toss with some buffalo sauce or BBQ sauce to make boneless "chicken" wings.Other great seasoning options for vegan chicken nuggets is Old Bay and cajun seasoning. Seasonings: Add extra cayenne for heat.Gluten-free: Using gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.Avocado oil: Has a smoke point of 520☏, but can be expensive.Peanut oil: Smoke point of 450☏ and has a nutty flavor, making it the choice of some fast food restaurants like Five Guys and Chick-Fil-A.Canola oil: This is my oil of choice because its cheap, neutral in flavor, and has a smoke point of 400☏.Coconut oil has a smoke point of 350º, also not ideal. Olive oil is not a good option because it has a smoke point of 325☏. Oils with a higher smoke point are ideal for frying. The smoke point is the temperature at which the oil begins to break down and smoke. In the air fryer, reheat at 375☏ for about 6-8 minutes until hot and crispy again.īecause frying is the cooking method for this recipe, the type of oil you choose is important. To reheat in the oven, bake at 400☏ for about 10 minutes, or until heated through. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. In this resource, you'll learn 2 easy methods. If you see bubbles, the oil is ready for frying.įry the tofu nuggets until golden brown on each side, about 6-8 minutes total. Don't have a thermometer? Stick the end of a wooden spoon into the oil. Heat on medium heat to a temperature of 350-375☏. In a frying pan, add about 1-inch of canola oil or your preferred frying oil. Gently press the panko onto the tofu so it sticks better. Toss each piece of tofu in the flour mixture, then coat with the buttermilk, and finally toss in the panko. In the second bowl, mix together the non-dairy milk and lemon juice (this makes vegan buttermilk.) In the last bowl, mix together the panko and remaining teaspoon of salt. In one bowl, mix together the flour, ½ teaspoon of salt, paprika, garlic, pepper, and cayenne. You'll need three shallow bowls for the breading step. Marinate the tofu in the broth for at least 30 minutes, tossing halfway. Mix together the bouillon with hot water to make a broth. Press it for at least an hour (see this article on how to press tofu) then cut or tear the tofu into bite-sized pieces. Marinate in not-chicken or vegetable bouillon. Trying to go vegan? Sign up for our (FREE) Vegan Beginner's Guide!Ĭut or tear pressed tofu into nugget-sized pieces. Oil: For frying, I recommend canola oil. Regular breadcrumbs will also work great.
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