General Tso's Tofu
vegan, gluten-free (potentially), nut-free
Adapted from a recipe on Instant Veg.
Crispy, sweet, and savory, this tofu has all the flavor of a restaurant-style meal. The use of the oven (or air fryer) and cast iron skillet give it that amazing texture. And a mix of sweet and savory ingredients give the sauce a pop of flavor. If you can get hold of some MSG, it really enhances the other flavors, but it's also delicious without. Serve with steamed veggies and rice for a complete meal.
Adapted from a recipe on Instant Veg.
Crispy, sweet, and savory, this tofu has all the flavor of a restaurant-style meal. The use of the oven (or air fryer) and cast iron skillet give it that amazing texture. And a mix of sweet and savory ingredients give the sauce a pop of flavor. If you can get hold of some MSG, it really enhances the other flavors, but it's also delicious without. Serve with steamed veggies and rice for a complete meal.
Serves: 2 to 3 / Prep time: 30 min / Total time: 2 hours
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*Use the firmest tofu you can find. I like using "super firm" when I can find it. The firmer varieties have less water, so they don't require as much pressing time. **If you would rather use fresh minced garlic and ginger, feel free to use 2 cloves of garlic and 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger. I have tried it this way too, but I found that the powdered versions mixed together easier without burning in the oven. ***I've recently started using a tiny bit of MSG (Monosodium glutamate) in my recipes as a flavor enhancer. It gets a bad rap for allergic reactions in some people, but for most people it can be a healthy addition to your home-cooked meals since it gives you more flavor with less salt. Is it really as bad as we all seem to believe it is? Check out this video |