6/23/2020 Crispy Baked Orange Tofu - Print
Crispy Baked Orange Tofu
Servings: 5 large servings Prep Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
This Crispy Baked Orange Tofu is reminiscent of the popular Chinese dish. A sticky, sweet orange sauce is
paired with the most amazing crispy BAKED tofu!
Ingredients
Crispy Baked Tofu:
(2) 14-16 ounce blocks extra-firm tofu
2 tablespoons olive oil, OR low sodium soy sauce for oil free
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Sticky Orange Sauce:
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice, from 2-3 large oranges
1/2 cup organic sugar (may sub coconut sugar, brown sugar or pure maple syrup)
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger)
1 teaspoon Sriracha hot sauce, or to taste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
For serving
4-5 cups cooked rice
2-3 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
Make the Crispy Baked Tofu:
1. Press the tofu by wrapping in paper towels (or a clean dry tea towel). Place a plate or pan on top of the
wrapped tofu, and put a couple of heavy books on top of that. Let the tofu press for at least 30 minutes if
possible and up to an hour.
2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with oil.
3. Slice the tofu into 1 inch cubes and add them to a large ziplock bag, along with the olive oil (or soy sauce)
and cornstarch. Close the bag, and shake gently to coat the tofu pieces.
4. Arrange the tofu evenly on the prepared pan, and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for 15 more minutes,
until the tofu pieces are crispy and lightly golden brown. Remove from oven.
Make the Orange Sauce:
1. In a large pan (large enough to fit the tofu and sauce), add all sauce ingredients except the cornstarch and
water. Bring to a boil, and cook for a minute or two. Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to
combine, and then add to the pot. Stir over medium-high heat constantly for a couple of minutes, until the
sauce thickens.
2. Now add the baked tofu to the pan and stir to coat the tofu in the sauce. Remove from heat.
3. Serve over brown or white rice. Sprinkle with green onions and/or sesame seeds. Add a side of steamed
broccoli or cauliflower if desired.
Notes
Gluten Free: Make sure to use gluten free tamari, not soy sauce.
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Tofu Free: Try using cauliflower instead (roasted, just like the tofu!)
Adjust the sweetness: If you don't like too much sweetness, add less sugar or other sweetener of choice.
Start with a few tablespoons, and taste until it's to your liking.
This recipe makes enough for 5 people. It does make great leftovers, but feel free to halve the recipe if
desired.
Fry instead of bake: If you prefer, you can pan fry the tofu. Simply toss tofu cubes with cornstarch, and
fry in a thin layer of oil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 278kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 18g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium:
1070mg, Potassium: 104mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 23g, Vitamin A: 150IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 223mg, Iron:
3mg
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