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Orange Chicken (Tofu)

Orange Chicken (Tofu)
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Crispy tofu nuggets coated in a sweet, tangy, and sticky homemade orange sauce. A quick and easy vegan alternative to classic orange chicken.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup neutral oil (like canola)
1 package (16 oz) extra-firm tofu
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4–1/3 cup water
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup orange juice
1/3–1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp Sriracha (optional)
2 tsp crushed ginger
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp red pepper flakes
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp orange zest

Instructions

  1. Press tofu for 10-15 min, then tear into 1-inch nuggets.
  2. Mix flour, 1/3 cup cornstarch, garlic powder, and salt. Whisk in water to form a batter.
  3. Coat tofu pieces evenly in the batter.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry tofu for 5-6 mins per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Whisk all sauce ingredients (orange juice, sugar, tamari, vinegar, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, 2 tbsp cornstarch, zest, Sriracha) in a bowl.
  6. In a clean skillet, simmer sauce for 5 mins over medium heat until thickened.
  7. Add crispy tofu to the sauce and toss to coat.
  8. Serve immediately over rice.

Notes

  • For crispier tofu, tear it instead of cutting it. High-protein tofu may not require pressing. To bake instead of fry, bake battered tofu at 425°F for 25-30 mins. Adjust sugar and spice to taste.

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Find it online: https://cleanvegankitchen.com/orange-chicken-tofu/