Kung Pao Sliders (Vegan) Recipe

Name: Kung Pao Sliders (Vegan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) packageextra-firm water-packed tofu, drained and patted dry; 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 16 slider-size buns; 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons no-salt-added creamy natural-style peanut butter; 5 teaspoons sugar; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp.); ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional); 4 medium carrots, julienned (8 oz.); 2 medium zucchini, julienned (8 oz.); ¼ cup dry roasted peanuts, finely chopped

Servings: persons

1 (14 ounce) packageextra-firm water-packed tofu, drained and patted dry
4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
16 slider-size buns
3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
2 tablespoons no-salt-added creamy natural-style peanut butter
5 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp.)
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
4 medium carrots, julienned (8 oz.)
2 medium zucchini, julienned (8 oz.)
¼ cup dry roasted peanuts, finely chopped

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To make Sliders: Cut tofu into 8 slices lengthwise; halve slices to make 16 pieces.
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Transfer to baking dish.
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Whisk together soy sauce, sugar, oil, and cornstarch in bowl.
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Pour over tofu, cover, and chill 1 hour.
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To make Slaw: Whisk together soy sauce, mayonnaise, peanut butter, sugar, vinegar, oil, garlic, pepper, and cayenne (if using) in bowl.
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Stir in carrots, zucchini, and peanuts.
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Chill.
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Preheat oven to 375F Coat baking sheet with cooking spray.
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Drain tofu, and transfer to prepared baking sheet.
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Bake 25 minutes.
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a Flip, and bake 20 to 25 minutes more, or until crispy.
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Fill buns with 1 tofu slice and 2 Tbs.
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Slaw.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14 ounce) packageextra-firm water-packed tofu, drained and patted dry, 4 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Kung Pao Sliders (Vegan) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kung Pao Sliders (Vegan)

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