These Vegan Buffalo Tacos are packed with spicy, smoky flavors and a delicious crunch! Featuring homemade vegan buffalo wings made from oyster mushrooms, a zesty mango habanero sauce, and fresh toppings, these tacos are perfect for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Make the Vegan Buffalo Wings
0 Blend the Dough – In a large bowl, mix vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add vegetable broth and knead until a firm dough forms.
13 Shape & Steam – Tear small pieces and wrap them around oyster mushrooms to create a “wing” texture. Steam for 25 minutes.
Prepare the Vegan Buffalo Sauce
12 Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add the hot sauce. Start stirring and add the rest of the ingredients. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixed in, for about 5 minutes.
4 Fry & Coat the Wings – Heat oil in a pan and fry the steamed pieces until crispy. Toss them in half of the prepared buffalo sauce.
Prepare the Mango Habanero Sauce
5 Blend All Ingredients and Simmer – In a blender, combine habanero peppers, mango, onion, garlic, maple syrup, white wine vinegar, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Assemble the Tacos
9 Layer lettuce, red cabbage, and avocado on top of the warmed tortillas. Place a few pieces of the buffalo wings on each taco. Drizzle with Mango Habanero Sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
