CRISPY General Tso's Tofu | Air Fried Vegan and Vegetarian Tofu Recipes

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh is a healthier protein alternative, while seitan is often cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture.

Cut the pressed tofu into cubes.

Toss the tofu cubes in corn starch until evenly coated.

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and water. Add the tofu and marinate for a few minutes.

Air fry the tofu until crispy and golden brown.

In a pan, heat cooking oil or chili oil.

Add grated ginger and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.

Add dried red chilies and stir.

Mix in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, black vinegar, and maple syrup.

Thicken the sauce with corn starch slurry, stirring until combined.

Add the crispy tofu to the sauce and toss to coat.

Serve over rice with steamed veggies, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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