Laura’S General Tso'S Seitan Recipe

Name: Laura’S General Tso'S Seitan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb seitan, in strips; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon minced garlic, to taste; 1 teaspoon peeled and minced gingerroot; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 large eggs or 1/4 cup egg white, beaten lightly; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 dried hot red chiles, seeded (and veins taken out, if you want extra heat removed); cooked rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1 lb seitan, in strips
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 garlic cloves, minced or 1 teaspoon minced garlic, to taste
1 teaspoon peeled and minced gingerroot
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 large eggs or 1/4 cup egg white, beaten lightly
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 dried hot red chiles, seeded (and veins taken out, if you want extra heat removed)
cooked rice, for serving

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["In a bowl combine the soy sauce, vinegar, 1/2 cup water, sugar, garlic, and ginger root.", "In another bowl, combine the egg and cornstarch and dip the seitan pieces.", "Heat the oil in a wok or deep, heavy skillet until very hot, add the seitan and fry it for 4 to 6 minutes, or until it is crisp-ish. (This was so much better after I finally broke down and bought a wok. It really does make a huge difference!).", "Add the soy sauce mixture and the chile peppers and cook the mixture over moderately high heat for 2 minutes, or until heated through. (I usually bring the sauce to a boil after I've poured it on, and then reduce the heat to simmer until it's as thick as I want it. It takes about five minutes, because I like the sauce pretty thick.).", "Serve with cooked rice and enjoy!", "Laura says: ""This is more than enough for the three of us with left overs the next day, and it's really yummy. I'm actually not much of a chef, so I tend to keep it simple and quick.""."]

195

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb seitan, in strips, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar, 1/2 cup water, and more.

Yes, Laura’S General Tso'S Seitan falls under the General 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.

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Laura’S General Tso'S Seitan

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