Vegan Orange Tofu
This vegan orange tofu recipe is a delightful mix of crispy tofu coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. It’s perfect for pairing with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients:
- Tofu:
- 1 lb extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2-3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Vegan oil for frying (if pan-frying)
- Orange Sauce:
- 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp chopped ginger
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Optional:
- 1/2 chopped onion
- Orange slices for garnish
- Salt to taste
1. Prepare the Tofu:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F if baking.
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- In a bowl, mix tofu with cornstarch, soy sauce, olive oil, and salt to coat evenly.
2. Cooking Methods:
- Oven Method:
- Place tofu cubes on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden.
- Pan-Frying Method:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry tofu for 10-12 minutes, flipping every few minutes until all sides are crispy and golden.
3. Prepare the Orange Sauce:
- In a nonstick pan, add orange juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar. Simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together water and cornstarch to make a slurry.
- Slowly add the slurry to the sauce, stirring continuously until it thickens.
4. Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked tofu to the sauce, stirring gently until all the tofu is coated.
- Serve hot with rice, noodles, or steamed veggies. Garnish with orange slices or chopped green onions, if desired.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with steamed rice, noodles (like soba or udon), or a side of vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots.
Vegan Orange Tofu
This vegan orange tofu recipe is a delightful mix of crispy tofu coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce. It’s perfect for pairing with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients:
- Tofu:
- 1 lb extra firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2-3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Vegan oil for frying (if pan-frying)
- Orange Sauce:
- 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp chopped ginger
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Optional:
- 1/2 chopped onion
- Orange slices for garnish
- Salt to taste
1. Prepare the Tofu:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F if baking.
- Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- In a bowl, mix tofu with cornstarch, soy sauce, olive oil, and salt to coat evenly.
2. Cooking Methods:
- Oven Method:
- Place tofu cubes on a parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden.
- Pan-Frying Method:
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry tofu for 10-12 minutes, flipping every few minutes until all sides are crispy and golden.
3. Prepare the Orange Sauce:
- In a nonstick pan, add orange juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar. Simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together water and cornstarch to make a slurry.
- Slowly add the slurry to the sauce, stirring continuously until it thickens.
4. Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked tofu to the sauce, stirring gently until all the tofu is coated.
- Serve hot with rice, noodles, or steamed veggies. Garnish with orange slices or chopped green onions, if desired.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with steamed rice, noodles (like soba or udon), or a side of vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots.
