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• Crispy Fried Tofu Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 (14-ounce) blocks extra-firm tofu, drained
• 1/4 c. Dijon mustard
• 1/4 c. brine from bread and butter pickles, plus pickle slices, for
• 1/4 c. hot sauce, plus more for serving
• 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1 c. all-purpose flour
• 1/2 c. finely ground cornmeal
• 1 tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp. onion powder
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 soft hamburger buns
• 4 leaves green leaf lettuce

Directions

1. Arrange the tofu blocks in a single layer on a freezer-safe plate or
2. Remove tofu from freezer and let defrost completely, about 4 hours
3. Arrange defrosted tofu in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet
4. When tofu is finished draining, make sandwich. In a shallow bowl,
5. Cut each piece of tofu crosswise into 2 planks; you should have 4
6. Pour oil into a large cast-iron skillet until it comes ½ inch up