Vegan Homemade KFC Zinger Burger
Indulge in the ultimate plant-based comfort food with this irresistible Vegan Homemade KFC Zinger Burger recipe! Featuring a crispy, golden-brown tofu fillet coated in seasoned flour, vegan buttermilk, and panko breadcrumbs, this burger packs a fiery kick with smoked paprika and cayenne pepper in every bite. Nestled in a toasted burger bun with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and creamy vegan mayonnaise, this zinger burger delivers all the bold flavors and satisfying crunch of the fast-food classic—completely cruelty-free. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes and is sure to be a family favorite. Don't forget to pair it with fries or a fresh side salad for a complete meal that’s loaded with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams firm tofu
- 240 ml non-dairy milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 150 grams plain flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 80 grams vegan mayonnaise
- 4 slices tomato slices
- 500 ml vegetable oil
Instructions
Press the tofu for at least 30 minutes to remove excess moisture. Slice into four equal pieces.
In a bowl, combine the non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir and let it curdle for about 5 minutes to create a vegan 'buttermilk'.
In a shallow dish, mix the plain flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
Dip each tofu piece into the flour mixture, then into the 'buttermilk', and finally into the panko breadcrumbs, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, shallow-fry the breaded tofu pieces for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
Lightly toast the burger buns in a skillet or oven.
Spread vegan mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Place a crispy tofu fillet on top, followed by a lettuce leaf and a tomato slice.
Top each with the other half of the bun and serve immediately for the best crunch.
Enjoy your Vegan Homemade KFC Zinger Burger with a side of fries or salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 489.2 g | 627% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.1 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 293.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 4381 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 359.2 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 1245 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 1376 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
