Ingredients
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For the tofu:
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1 block 1 lb (450g) super firm tofu
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⅓ cup soy sauce, or tamari if gluten free
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For the coating:
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1 cup flour
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp chicken seasoning
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1 cup vegan buttermilk
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1 cup cornflakes, use gluten free if needed
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For the lemon pepper sauce:
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⅓ cup vegan butter
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2 tbsp agave or maple syrup
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1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
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1 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp lemon zest
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For the healthier ranch:
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½ cup unsweetened vegan yogurt
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1 tbsp vegan mayo
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 garlic clove, grated
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp salt
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Black pepper, to taste
Directions
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Start by draining the tofu and pressing out any excess moisture with a paper towel. Slice it lengthwise into 4 equal pieces. Put the tofu pieces in a bowl and marinate with soy sauce. Set aside for at least 15 minutes.
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1 block 1 lb (450g) super firm tofu
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⅓ cup soy sauce, or tamari if gluten free
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In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and chicken seasoning. In another shallow bowl, lightly crush the cornflakes with your hands.
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1 cup flour
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp chicken seasoning
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1 cup cornflakes, use gluten free if needed
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Dip each tofu piece first into the dry flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated, then mix the vegan buttermilk into the same bowl. Dip the floured tenders into the vegan buttermilk mixture, and finally press them into the crushed cornflakes to coat completely.
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1 cup vegan buttermilk
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Lightly spray the tofu tenders with cooking oil. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and air fry the tofu tenders for 15–17 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
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For the lemon pepper sauce:
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Melt vegan butter over medium low heat. Add agave or maple syrup, lemon pepper seasoning, lemon juice and zest. Stir, lower to simmer, and cook until the mixture thickens.
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⅓ cup vegan butter
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2 tbsp agave or maple syrup
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1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
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1 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp lemon zest
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Once the tenders are done, brush glaze them generously with the lemon pepper mixture.
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For the healthier ranch:
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Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and stir until smooth. Adjust flavor to your liking.
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½ cup unsweetened vegan yogurt
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1 tbsp vegan mayo
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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1 garlic clove, grated
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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¼ tsp salt
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Black pepper, to taste
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Serve your crispy, juicy tenders with the creamy ranch, and enjoy!
