If you’re looking for a plant-based dish that’s chewy, a little saucy, and a whole lot of delicious, this Crispy Bang Bang Tofu has you covered. Extra-firm tofu is baked until golden and crunchy, then tossed in a creamy, sweet-spicy bang bang sauce that’s so addictive. It’s the kind of dish that feels like comfort food but still light and fresh, perfect for piling onto rice, tucking into tacos, or scooping over your favourite grain bowl.
This recipe is quick enough for a weeknight but tasty enough to impress friends around the dinner table.
Nutritional Benefits
Not only does this recipe pack in big flavour, it’s also loaded with nourishing perks:
- Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein, calcium, and iron, all especially important if you’re eating less meat.
- Olive oil adds healthy fats that support heart health.
- Maple syrup (because we’re Canadian, after all!) brings a natural sweetness along with trace minerals and antioxidants.
- Chili and sriracha deliver a little kick of heat plus capsaicin, which may support metabolism.
- Coriander (cilantro) and lime brighten things up with vitamin C and fresh flavour.
Together, this dish is filling without being heavy, giving you a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and flavourful carbs when served with rice or grains.
Why You’ll Love It
- Chewy without deep frying
- 100% vegan and easily gluten-free
- Meal-prep friendly (tastes great reheated)
- Perfect for mixing and matching with whatever’s in your fridge
Bang Bang Tofu
Description
This Bang Bang Tofu is chewy on the outside, tender on the inside, and tossed in a creamy, sweet-spicy sauce. Perfect with rice, in tacos, or piled high in a grain bowl, it’s a plant-based crowd-pleaser you’ll come back to again and again.
Ingredients
Tofu
Bang Bang Sauce
Toppings
Instructions
Prepare the Tofu
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Tear the tofu into bite-sized chunks with your hands (this gives more edges that crisp up beautifully).
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In a large bowl, toss the tofu with starch, soy sauce, paprika, black pepper, and olive oil until evenly coated.
Bake the Tofu
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Spread tofu evenly on the baking sheet, making sure the pieces don’t overlap.
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Bake for 18–25 minutes, flipping or shaking the tray every 10 minutes, until golden and crisp on the edges.
Make the Sauce
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While the tofu bakes, whisk together all the bang bang sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust heat and sweetness to taste.
Finish & Coat
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Remove tofu from the oven and drizzle with the sauce. Toss well to coat.
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Return to the oven for another 7-8 minutes so the sauce caramelizes slightly.
Serve
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Sprinkle with sesame seeds, coriander, and a generous squeeze of lime.
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Enjoy hot with rice, noodles, roasted veggies, tucked into tacos, or as part of your favourite grain bowl.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 340kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 21.5g34%
- Total Carbohydrate 20.58g7%
- Dietary Fiber 2.83g12%
- Sugars 6.17g
- Protein 19g38%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
User Reviews
Delicious
So easy and absolutely amazing!
I subbed a high protein plant based yogurt for the mayo as I’m not a mayo fan. It was delicious!!
Definitely making this again!