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General Tso's Tofu

A delicious vegan twist on the classic General Tso's dish, featuring crispy tofu in a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Tofu

  • 14 ounces firm tofu
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 3-4 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped ginger
  • 2 tbsp vegan oyster sauce
  • 2 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 tsp garlic chili oil (optional)
  • green onions and toasted sesame seeds for topping

Instructions
 

  • Press and cube the tofu, then marinate with soy sauce and maple syrup.
  • Dredge tofu in cornstarch and fry in oil until golden.
  • Sauté garlic and ginger, then add sauces, vinegar, and water.
  • Combine fried tofu with the sauce and simmer briefly.
  • Serve topped with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the tofu marinate longer before cooking.
Keyword Tofu