The Perfect Vegan Buffalo Sauce Recipe
Creamy dairy-free buffalo sauce, with just a tiny hint of notch and a spark of the celestial flames of habanero pepper. This easy-to-make condiment made with simple ingredients transforms any vegan snack into a flavor-packed delight, ready to store or serve in a snap.
Servings: 16 (yield: 2 cups)
Calories: 18kcal
Cost: $4.50
Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup raw cashews
- 1 cup Original Frank's RedHot Sauce or other mild, acidy hot sauce of your preference
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
- 1 clove garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ of a habanero pepper optional
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in water to soften them; this makes them creamier when blended. After soaking for at least 30 minutes, thoroughly drain and rinse the cashews.
- Place the drained cashews in a blender with the hot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, nutritional yeast, garlic (or garlic powder), and onion powder. Add the habanero pepper if you're up for a bit more heat.
- Blend the mixture for 90 seconds at high speed until it is completely smooth, ensuring there are no chunks for a uniform texture.
- Use your homemade buffalo sauce immediately to make tofu wings, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Notes
🌰 Your Fave Band Is NOT Rancid
Select fresh, high-quality cashews for optimal flavor and texture. Avoid stale or rancid nuts, which will ruin your dipping sauce.
🌀 Blend Me Your Ear And I’ll Sing You A Song
Use a high-speed blender for a smooth, bit-free texture. If your blender struggles, blend longer or in smaller batches for uniform smoothness.
🔥 Control The Spice Level
Begin with less habanero to manage the sauce's spiciness. It's easier to increase heat than to dial it back once mixed.
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 397mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.3mg