Crispy tofu coated in a spicy, sweet, and salty sauce. I'm not a vegetarian but this is the best General Tso's dish I've had. I like to serve it over rice and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Preparation Time
10 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Calories
298 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place tofu onto a plate lined with several paper towels. Cover with more paper towels and another plate. Set a 3- to 5-pound weight on top and press tofu for 30 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
Step 2
Place tofu cubes in a shallow bowl. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce and sesame oil. Gently stir to coat. Let sit for 10 minutes or until tofu has absorbed most of the liquid.
Step 3
Meanwhile, make the sauce by whisking soy sauce, maple syrup, sambal oelek, rice vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, cornstarch, and green onions together in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 4
Drain any remaining liquid from the tofu. Place cornstarch in a gallon-sized plastic resealable bag. Drop tofu cubes in the bag, seal, and gently shake until coated with cornstarch.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tofu for 4 minutes. Flip with tongs and cook until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes more. Transfer tofu to a plate and wipe the skillet clean.
Step 6
Pour sauce into the skillet and cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Return tofu to the skillet and toss to combine.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 tablespoons soy sauce
5 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sambal oelek
1 (14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
