Orange Glazed Tofu Strips Over Rice Recipe

Name: Orange Glazed Tofu Strips Over Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon safflower oil; 1 pound extra-firm tofu, drained, blotted dry, and cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1/2 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup golden raisins; 1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 4 to 6 cups hot cooked brown Texmati, Louisiana pecan, or other rice

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon safflower oil
1 pound extra-firm tofu, drained, blotted dry, and cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
4 to 6 cups hot cooked brown Texmati, Louisiana pecan, or other rice

1
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add the tofu and saute until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
3
Season with salt and pepper, remove from the heat, and set aside in the skillet.
4
In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, Grand Marnier, garlic, and raisins and bring to a boil.
5
Reduce the heat to medium, stir in the tomato paste, mustard, sugar, and water, and simmer for 5 minutes or until slightly syrupy.
6
Stir in the cornstarch mixture, stirring to thicken, about 1 minute.
7
Add the lemon juice.
8
Pour the sauce over the tofu and simmer until the tofu is heated through and glazed with sauce, about 5 minutes.
9
Serve over the hot rice.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon safflower oil, 1 pound extra-firm tofu, drained, blotted dry, and cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Orange Glazed Tofu Strips Over Rice 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Glazed Tofu Strips Over Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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