Searching for a sauce that does it all? We’ve found it for you, friends! This vegan buffalo queso recipe has a rich, velvety texture with just the right amount of kick. No one would ever guess that the basis of this quick-to-make, creamy sauce is silken tofu!
Once you collect your ingredients, all you have to do is blend. How simple is that? You’ll easily impress your guests with the feisty flavor and still have enough left over to enjoy the next day. There is no limit on what you can transform with this terrific topping!
Baffled About the Buffalo?
Did you know that the term ‘buffalo’ (when it comes to the sauce) has nothing to do with the actual animal? Thank goodness! The term for this super spicy and tangy dressing originated in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York. The owners, Frank and Teressa Bellissimo, created this topping so they wouldn’t lose money over an accidental delivery at their restaurant.
The original buffalo sauce included only three ingredients: melted butter, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper. Crunchy celery and cool bleu cheese were added on the side to balance out the heat. A plant-based version can easily be made by using vegan butter instead of dairy butter.
Eric uses a combination of cashews, silken tofu, and oil to mimic the thick, buttery texture and richness of the authentic recipe. To take it to another level, he added soy milk, nutritional yeast, and smoked paprika to create this distinctive vegan buffalo queso. Daring and delicious!
Quick Queso From Cashews
We all know that cashews are the King of Nuts. Not only are they killer at making creams, cheeses, and nut butters, but quesos too! Is there anything they can’t do??
These curvy little nuts are full of healthy, plant-based fats, fiber, magnesium, iron, and protein. Because of their higher fat content and soft exterior, they’re ideal for blending into any sort of creamy concoction.
The best thing about cashews is that they have a very neutral flavor. This is also true of tofu. Creating a special sauce is a snap because you have total flavor control. You can add whatever spices you wish and it will wind up wonderful.