Paraben Free Vegan General Tso's Tofu

Total time1 hr

Prep time20 min

Cook time25 min

4.8

(14)

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tofu

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
3 tbsp cornstarch
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
3 tbsp neutral oil, divided

For the sauce

3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp hoisin sauce
2 tbsp organic cane sugar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch
½ cup vegetable broth

For the stir-fry

1 tbsp neutral oil
6 dried red chilies
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
4 scallions, white and green parts separated, sliced

For serving

1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
steamed white rice, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes: wrap the block in a clean kitchen towel, set it on a plate, and place a heavy skillet or several books on top. Once pressed, cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, organic cane sugar, toasted sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and vegetable broth until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved. Set aside.

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