Vegan Fried Chicken Sandwich
Savor the crispy delight of a Vegan Fried Chicken Sandwich, a delectable plant-based twist on a classic favorite. With savory seasoned "chicken" nestled between soft buns and topped with your favorite fixings, it's a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies every craving.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Cooking pot
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Kitchen thermometer
Ingredients
For the Vegan Fried Chicken:
- 1 block of extra-firm tofu pressed and drained
- 1 cup of unsweetened plant-based milk such as almond or soy
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Sandwich:
- 4 hamburger buns
- Vegan mayonnaise
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Pickles
Instructions
Prepare the Tofu:
- Slice the pressed tofu into 1/2-inch thick pieces.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the flour in another shallow bowl.
- Dip each tofu slice into the milk mixture, coating it evenly, then dredge it in the flour, pressing gently to adhere.
Fry the Tofu:
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the tofu slices until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Use tongs to transfer the fried tofu to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Assemble the Sandwich:
- Toast the hamburger buns.
- Spread vegan mayonnaise on each bun.
- Place a fried tofu slice on the bottom half of each bun.
- Top with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and pickles.
- Place the other half of the bun on top.