Just in time for Superbowl Sunday! Who says that just because I'm a vegetarian I have to miss out on some of the tastes I used to enjoy. Granted MorningStar Farms makes a mean buffalo chik'n nuggets but it lacks the saucy factor that you would enjoy from eating buffalo wings. That was until I came across this recipe. I tried it and was instantly hooked. So for those of you who are vegetarian or looking to cut some calories, here is a delicious comfort food you can enjoy!
Buffalo Style Tofu
Ingredients:
Firm Tofu
garlic powder
paprika (optional)
season-all seasoning salt (optional)
pepper (optional)
butter
hot sauce
Directions:
Wrap the tofu in some paper towel and place on to a plate. Place a second plate on top of the tofu and set a weight on top of the second plate to allow access water to drain from the tofu. Let dry for about 30mins.
Once dried, cut tofu into 1inch strips and season the strips with your favorite seasonings. The garlic powder is recommended but you can always add whatever seasonings you enjoy. I personally used paprika, pepper and season-all in addition to the garlic.
Fry the tofu in a large skillet in some oil (or deep fry if you have a deep enough skillet or a deep fryer) until the tofu turns golden brown. (or to your liking)
Meanwhile, while the tofu is frying, melt some butter in a sauce pot on medium-low heat. When the butter is melted add the hot sauce and stir. I usually eyeball this step but if you need exact measurements use about 1/4 cup of hot sauce for every 1tbsp-1 1/2tbsp of butter. This is to your taste. Use less hot sauce or more hot sauce... it's really up to you.
Once the tofu is cooked, drain some of the oil from the tofu and add them to the sauce pan. Coat the tofu generously with the sauce and serve immediately with some celery and blue cheese dressing. Enjoy!!
