Vegan Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce

Indulge in the ultimate plant-based comfort food with this Vegan Crispy Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce! Featuring perfectly seasoned tofu coated in a double layer of golden, crispy breading, this recipe redefines vegan indulgence. The tofu is marinated in a quick soy 'buttermilk' for a tender, flavorful base, then fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil for an irresistible crunch. The star of the dish? A luscious honey garlic-inspired sauce made with agave syrup, soy sauce, and garlic, thickened to glossy perfection. Ready in under an hour and perfect for dinner, parties, or game day, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that even non-vegans will devour. Pair it with a fresh salad or steamed rice for a mouthwatering vegan feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 block (about 14 oz) firm tofu
• 1 cup soy milk
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup agave syrup
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu: Remove excess liquid from the tofu block by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and placing a heavy object, like a cast iron skillet, on top for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Prepare 'buttermilk': In a shallow bowl, combine soy milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let it sit for 5 minutes to curdle.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the dry coating ingredients: all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Cut the pressed tofu into strips or nugget-sized pieces.

Step 5

Dip the tofu pieces into the 'buttermilk' mixture and then thoroughly coat them in the flour mixture. Repeat for an extra crispy coating.

Step 6

Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).

Step 7

Carefully add the coated tofu pieces to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 8

To make the sauce, finely mince the garlic cloves. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine agave syrup, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Mix 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to form a slurry. Add this mixture to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.

Step 10

Drizzle the honey garlic sauce over the crispy tofu pieces and serve immediately. Enjoy your vegan crispy fried chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1481.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5006.4

Total Fat 444.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 271.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5294.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 47.6g
Protein 76.9g	0%

Vitamin D 68.3IU	0%
Calcium 931.7mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 1679.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.5%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 17.6%