How to Make General Tso's Tofu - A Step-by-Step Guide

General Tso's Tofu is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for vegetarians and tofu lovers alike. This dish is a vegetarian twist on the classic General Tso's Chicken, with crispy tofu coated in a sticky, sweet and savory sauce. It's a great alternative for those looking to cut out meat from their diet without sacrificing on flavor and texture.

This recipe is a great way to introduce tofu to those who may be hesitant to try it, as the tofu becomes perfectly crispy and absorb...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 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
  • 5 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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

    298 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 1456mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 366mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 222mg