General Tsos Tofu Recipe

Name: General Tsos Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained; 2 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tsp. rice vinegar; 1 tsp. mirin (rice wine); 1 tsp. vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp. minced garlic; 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger; 1 Tbs. cornstarch; 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth; 2 Tbs. sugar; 1 1/2 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce; 4 tsp. mirin (rice wine); 2 tsp. rice vinegar; 2 tsp. sesame oil; 2 tsp. cornstarch; 1 1/2 tsp. tomato paste; 1/2 tsp. sambal oelek chile paste, optional; 2 tsp. vegetable oil; 4 green onions, green parts chopped (⅓ cup); 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.); 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger; 2 cups steamed broccoli; 2 cups steamed brown or white rice

Servings: persons

1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained
2 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp. rice vinegar
1 tsp. mirin (rice wine)
1 tsp. vegetable oil
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 Tbs. cornstarch
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
2 Tbs. sugar
1 1/2 Tbs. low-sodium soy sauce
4 tsp. mirin (rice wine)
2 tsp. rice vinegar
2 tsp. sesame oil
2 tsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 tsp. tomato paste
1/2 tsp. sambal oelek chile paste, optional
2 tsp. vegetable oil
4 green onions, green parts chopped (⅓ cup)
1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.)
1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
2 cups steamed broccoli
2 cups steamed brown or white rice

1
To make Crispy Tofu: Cut tofu block into two broad slabs.
2
Wrap tofu slabs in paper towels, and place between two cutting boards.
3
Weight top cutting board with soup cans, and press 30 minutes.
4
Unwrap tofu, and cut into 1-inch cubes.
5
Combine soy sauce, vinegar, mirin, oil, garlic, and ginger in resealable container.
6
Add tofu, and toss to coat.
7
Marinate 30 minutes, or overnight.
8
(Tofu should absorb all liquid.)
9
Preheat oven to 350F, and coat baking sheet with cooking spray.
10
Sift cornstarch over tofu, and turn to coat evenly.
11
Spread tofu on baking sheet.
12
Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until firm and crispy, turning several times to brown all sides.
13
To make Sauce: Whisk together broth, sugar, soy sauce, mirin, vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, tomato paste, and sambal oelek (if using) in small bowl.
14
Set aside.
15
Heat vegetable oil in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
16
Add green onions, garlic, and ginger, and stir-fry 1 minute.
17
Add broth mixture, and cook 1 minute, or until thickened.
18
Stir in Tofu.
19
Serve with steamed broccoli and rice.

795

kcal

Calories

Fat

169

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained, 2 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tsp. rice vinegar, 1 tsp. mirin (rice wine), and more.

Yes, General Tsos Tofu falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

General Tsos Tofu

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