Vegetarian Fried Chicken Slider

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Vegetarian Fried Chicken Sliders are a game-changer for plant-based comfort food lovers. Made with firm tofu marinated in tangy buttermilk and hot sauce, each slice is perfectly seasoned, breaded, and fried to a mouthwatering crunch. Layered onto soft slider buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, tangy pickles, and a smear of creamy mayonnaise, these sliders deliver the classic fried chicken sandwich experience—entirely meat-free! Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this recipe is perfect for casual dinners, parties, or game-day spreads. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking for a fun plant-based twist, these sliders are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 250 ml buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 500 ml vegetable oil
• 6 pieces slider buns
• 100 grams mayonnaise
• 6 pieces lettuce leaves
• 1 piece tomato
• 12 pieces pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu: Drain the tofu and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Place it between two plates and weigh it down with a heavy object for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Slice the pressed tofu into 6 equal pieces and place them in the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Mix the dry ingredients: In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to ensure even seasoning.

Step 4

Heat the oil: In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or until a small piece of bread browns in about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Coat the tofu: Remove tofu slices from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Place them in the flour mixture, pressing down so it adheres well, and ensure all sides are coated.

Step 6

Fry the tofu: Carefully place the coated tofu slices in the hot oil, frying them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry each side for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

Assemble the sliders: Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each slider bun. Layer with a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, a few pickle slices, and a piece of fried tofu. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately: Enjoy your Vegetarian Fried Chicken Sliders while hot and crispy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1971.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6545.1

Total Fat 555.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.6g
Cholesterol 126.4mg	0%
Sodium 7077.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 354.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 47.4g
Protein 93.7g	0%

Vitamin D 134.1IU	0%
Calcium 1255.5mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 1769.6mg	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: 73.6%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 20.9%