General Tso's Tofu Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tofu Preparation
Sauce Ingredients
Vegetables
Method
Tofu Preparation
- 1
Press the Tofu
Remove the tofu from its package, drain the liquid, and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel. Place a heavy object on top (like a cast-iron skillet) for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
- 2
Cut the Tofu
Once pressed, cut the tofu into bite-sized cubes.
- 3
Coat the Tofu
In a mixing bowl, toss the tofu cubes with cornstarch until they are evenly coated.
- 4
Fry the Tofu
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the coated tofu and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the tofu and drain on paper towels.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Mix the Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, red pepper flakes, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until well combined and the cornstarch is dissolved.
Vegetable Preparation
- 6
Combining and Serving
- 7
Combine Tofu and Sauce
Add the crispy tofu back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture. Stir to coat everything evenly and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
