10 Fabulous Fried Food Recipes

A vegan diet can be extraordinarily nutritious and healthy.  All of the veg and plant-based protein keeps you strong, fed, and nourished.  But, even the healthiest of vegans like to break out and indulge a little here and there.

Fried food is pretty delicious, even though it’s not always the healthiest.  However, enjoying a bit of comfort food every now and then is fun and keeps your soul happy.

There are some really great vegan versions of classic fried comfort foods that you can indulge in at parties, barbeques, sports games, or any time you darn well, please! Check out these recipes for some really fabulous fried food.

1.  Vegan Fried Chicken Tenders

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This is a great recipe to share with the kids, or anyone, for that matter.  These Vegan Fried Chicken Tenders by Melanie Sorrentino are made with seitan making them super-rich in protein.  They are delicious as a finger food or would work as the main part of a bigger meal.

2.  Easy Sheet Pan Fried Rice and Tofu

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Easy Sheet Pan Fried Rice and Tofu by Robin Runner is a wonderful Asian-inspired dish that is flavored with ginger and chili.  Firm tofu brings the protein.  This is a great meal to make if you have leftover rice that you want to use up.  Once everything is fried up, pop it in the oven to make the rice even more golden and crispy.

3.  Chicken-Fried Tofu With Orange-Scented Sweet Potatoes

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This is a great dish to whip up as a light lunch or to serve as an appetizer at a gathering.  Chicken-Fried Tofu With Orange-Scented Sweet Potatoes by Megan Sadd are really yummy and are simple to make.  It’s sweet and spicy and goes really well with a side of green beans or corn on the cob.

4.  Kimchi Potato Pancakes

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You can rustle up a batch of these Kimchi Potato Pancakes by Hyeon Jeong Yoon in just about 15 minutes. Kimchi is a spicy, fermented cabbage that is a traditional food in Korea.  They are sweet and spicy, and crunchy on the outside while light and fluffy in the center.

5.  Crispy Oven Fried Brussels Sprouts with Sweet and Spicy Sauce

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Well, this recipe for Crispy Oven Fried Brussels Sprouts with Sweet and Spicy Sauce by Jordan and Clark Cord could work as something a little different on the holiday dinner plate.  These Brussel sprouts are dipped in aquafaba before being tossed in panko and fried until golden brown.

6.  Corn Dogs with Tangy Mustard Dipping Sauce

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Here is a great recipe if you are craving a homemade fairground classic.  These Corn Dogs with Tangy Mustard Dipping Sauce by Lane Gold are surprisingly easy to make, especially if you use ready-made hot dogs.  However, if you are up for it, you could try making your own!  The tangy mustard sauce is just the ticket to make this snack taste really authentic.

7.  Arancini: Fried Risotto Balls

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These Arancini: Fried Risotto Balls by Kristen Genton should be made by all at some point.  They are quite time-consuming to make, but they are well worth the wait and effort.  Eat them just as they are, or make up a marinara sauce for dipping.

8.  Easy Buñuelos

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These Easy Buñuelos by Mitch and Justine Chapman are so simple to make and use things that most of us have on hand in the pantry.  Buñuelos are Mexican fritters that are dusted in sugar and cinnamon for a naughty fried treat you can enjoy anytime.

9.  Mozzarella Sticks With Homemade Red Sauce

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Here is a wonderful recipe if you are having a moment of craving something ‘cheesy’ and fried! These Mozzarella Sticks With Homemade Red Sauce by Gabrielle St. Claire are made from tofu and coated in a herby and spicy panko breadcrumb.  Whip up some red sauce and get dipping.

10.  Buffalo-Style Tofu

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There is no messing around with this recipe for Buffalo-Style Tofu by Dawn Kriss.  There is some serious spice going on here, so maybe you can cool things down with some vegan ranch for dipping.  These make fantastic finger food for parties, or just a fun light dinner if you fancy something fried.

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental wellbeing, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Unfortunately, dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, prostate cancer, and has many side effects. 

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