Ingredients for Tofu General Tso's
- 14 oz Extra Firm Tofu
- 2 large Eggs
- 5 tsp Cornstarch (for sauce) and 1/2 cup Cornstarch (for coating)
- 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Rice Wine
- 1/2 cup granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
- 2 cloves minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp minced Ginger
- 2 tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable Oil
- 1-2 tsp Chili Oil (adjust to taste)
- Brown Rice (for serving)
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How to Make Tofu General Tso's
- Press 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together: 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp rice wine, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp minced ginger, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1-2 tsp chili oil (adjust to taste).
- Add the tofu cubes to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Remove the tofu from the marinade and gently pat dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the marinade with 5 tsp cornstarch and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth.
- In a large saucepan, bring the marinade mixture to a boil over medium-low heat. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
- Dip each tofu cube into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place the egg-coated tofu on a plate lined with paper towels.
- In another bowl, place 1/2 cup cornstarch. Toss the egg-coated tofu in the cornstarch until lightly coated, shaking off any excess.
- Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add the tofu to the hot oil in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, turning occasionally (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove the tofu from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Add the crispy tofu to the thickened sauce and gently toss to coat. Heat through for 3-5 minutes over low heat.
- Serve immediately over brown rice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
114 g
Sugar
141g
Fat
42g
Carbs
22g
