Southern Fried Tofu Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Southern Fried Tofu Tacos are a delicious and satisfying twist on traditional tacos. The crispy tofu is seasoned with Southern spices, providing a flavorful base for your favorite toppings.

This Tacos Recipe is easy to follow and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Customize with fresh vegetables, sauces, and toppings to suit your taste.

Crispy Southern Fried Tofu Tacos

These tacos feature crispy fried tofu that is seasoned to perfection, served in warm tortillas with a variety of fresh toppings. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

14 oz firm tofu, drained and pressed
1 cup buttermilk or plant-based milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado, sliced
Hot sauce or salsa for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Tofu: Cut the pressed tofu into bite-sized cubes or slabs.
Marinate: In a bowl, soak the tofu in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes to allow it to absorb flavor.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
Coat the Tofu: Remove tofu from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well coated.
Fry the Tofu: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the tofu pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm.
Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with crispy tofu and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and your choice of hot sauce or salsa.
Serve: Enjoy the tacos warm, garnished with additional toppings as desired.