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Is It Possible? A Vegan KFC Double Down

The KFC Double Down became a cultural moment when it launched in 2010.

Two pieces of fried chicken as the bun, cheese and bacon in between.

But could you make a vegan version that actually works?

Turns out yes.

Ingredients:

1 block extra-firm tofu, pressed and sliced into 4 thick slabs

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

Salt and pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

4 slices tempeh bacon

2 slices vegan cheese

1 tbsp vegan mayo

Instructions:

Press tofu for 30 minutes to remove moisture

Mix breadcrumbs with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper

Coat each tofu slab in the breadcrumb mix

Pan fry in olive oil over medium-high heat, 4-5 minutes per side until golden and crispy

Cook tempeh bacon in the same pan

Assemble: tofu slab, vegan cheese, tempeh bacon, vegan mayo, second tofu slab

Serve immediately

The crispy tofu holds up better than you'd expect and the smoky tempeh bacon delivers on flavor. Is it exactly like the original? No. Is it delicious? Absolutely.

Hungry for more plant-based inspiration? Head back to Vegan Good Eats for more creative vegan recipes straight from the kitchen.