Crispy Orange 🍊 Tofu

Ingredients

• 14 oz Super Firm Tofu (pressed and cut into bite‑size cubes)
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch (for dusting tofu before frying)
• 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (high‑smoke‑point oil such as canola or grapeseed)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
• 1 small Red Pepper (finely chopped; optional for heat)
• 1 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 0.33 cup Orange Juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
• 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 Tbsp Cornstarch Slurry (mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with 2 Tbsp cold water)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
• 2 cups Cooked Rice (for serving; optional)

Instructions

1. Press and Cube Tofu

   Remove the tofu from its package, drain, and press between paper towels for 5‑7 minutes to remove excess moisture. Then cut into bite‑size cubes.

   Time: PT7M

2. Prepare the Orange‑Ginger Sauce

   In a small saucepan combine minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped red pepper, rice vinegar, soy sauce, orange juice, and brown sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Thicken the Sauce

   Mix 1 Tbsp cornstarch with 2 Tbsp cold water to form a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens and becomes glossy.

   Time: PT2M

4. Season and Coat Tofu

   Place the tofu cubes in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and toss. Then add the 1/2 cup cornstarch and gently toss until each piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT3M

5. Fry the Tofu

   Heat 2 Tbsp vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium‑high heat. Add the tofu in a single layer; fry, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden and crisp, about 8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium‑high heat

6. Combine Tofu with Sauce

   Reduce heat to low, add the fried tofu to the saucepan with the orange‑ginger glaze. Toss gently until every piece is fully coated and the sauce clings.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Low heat

7. Serve

   Transfer the crispy orange tofu to a serving dish. Serve immediately over steamed rice or your favorite grain.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

10 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

1 g