Description
General Tso’s Tofu is one of our favorite recipes to make when we’re craving Chinese food. Golden, pan fried tofu that’s tossed in a General Tso’s sauce that’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Serve this weeknight favorite over fluffy white rice for the ultimate taste bud bliss!
Ingredients
Base Tofu Recipe
- 1 block firm tofu, pressed
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of white pepper
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil for frying
Sauce
- 3/4 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegan hoisin
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Remaining Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup warm water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish optional
- Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Press the tofu for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Once pressed, cut into 1-inch cubes and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the soy sauce, salt, and white pepper, and gently mix. Sprinkle over half of the cornstarch, mix, add the second half, and mix. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-low, add the oil. Once heated, add the tofu and fry until golden. Remove tofu from pan and set aside.
- To a small bowl, mix together all of the ingredients for the sauce. Set aside.
- In the same skillet that you fried the tofu, add in the garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Add additional oil as needed. Sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sauce and bring to a boil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the warm water and cornstarch until smooth. Add it to the simmering sauce and whisk through. Allow the sauce to simmer, mixing often, until thick, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add in the cooked tofu and sesame oil. Mix until well combined. Season with additional salt as needed.
- Serve over rice with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Entree
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: North American Chinese