General Tso's Tofu
3fat
0.5protein
1starch
1vegetable
1condiment
Who's ready for a delivery favorite with a healthy twist? Try this General Tso's Tofu dish for a healthier version of your favorite take out item! Ours has less fat, more veggies and all the flavor!
1/2 cup rice + 4 oz tofu + 4 oz veggies
50 minutesIngredients
3 servings
- Extra firm tofu1 (14 oz) block
- Olive oil1 tablespoon
- Salt1 pinch
- Pepper1 pinch
- Frozen stir-fry vegetables12 ounce
- Cooked brown rice1 1/2 cup
- Rice vinegar1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce2 tablespoon
- Hoisin sauce1 tablespoon
- Garlic flakes1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder1 teaspoon
- Chili flakes1/4 teaspoon
- Chili garlic sauce1 tablespoon
- Coconut sugar1 tablespoon
- Maple syrup1 tablespoon
- Corn starch1 tablespoon
- Vegetable broth1/4 cup
Directions
- 1Press tofu for 30 minutes. While tofu is being pressed, prepare the sauce by whisking together rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, garlic powder, chili flakes, chili garlic sauce, coconut sugar, maple syrup, vegetable broth, and corn starch. (adjust seasonings accordingly for desired heat).
- 2When the tofu is pressed, cut it into cubes, add to mixing bowl then toss with olive oil, salt and pepper.
- 3Preheat air-fryer to 375. Add tofu to air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking basket halfway through.
- 4As tofu is cooking, heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Add frozen vegetables, cover and cook until soft, mixing occasionally.
- 5Once veggies and tofu are finished, add tofu to veggies, pour sauce over and mix to combine.
- 6Divide into 2 servings and serve over cooked rice.