Crispy tofu coated in a spicy, sweet, and salty sauce. I’m not a vegetarian but this is the best General Tso’s dish I’ve had. I like to serve it over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Ingredients
Tofu
- 1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 tablespoons cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
Place tofu onto a plate lined with several paper towels. Cover with more paper towels and another plate. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top and press tofu for 30 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
Step 2
Place tofu cubes in a shallow bowl. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce and sesame oil. Gently stir to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes or until tofu has absorbed most of the liquid.
Step 3
Meanwhile, make the sauce by whisking soy sauce, maple syrup, sambal oelek, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, cornstarch, and green onions together in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 4
Drain any remaining liquid from the tofu. Place cornstarch in a gallon-sized plastic resealable bag. Drop tofu cubes in the bag, seal, and gently shake until coated with cornstarch.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tofu for 4 minutes. Flip with tongs and cook until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes more. Transfer tofu to a plate and wipe the skillet clean.
Step 6
Pour sauce into the skillet and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Return tofu to the skillet and toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 298 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat19g | 24% |
Saturated Fat3g | 13% |
Sodium1456mg | 63% |
Total Carbohydrate26g | 9% |
Dietary Fiber1g | 4% |
Total Sugars10g | |
Protein10g | |
Vitamin C3mg | 16% |
Calcium366mg | 28% |
Iron6mg | 35% |
Potassium222mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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