Crispy Air Fried Orange Tofu
Elevate your vegan cooking game with our Crispy Air Fried Orange Tofu recipe! This dish offers a delightful combination of crispy tofu and tangy orange glaze, making it a mouthwatering treat for vegans and non-vegans alike.
Ingredients
For the Tofu:
- 14 ounce Extra Firm Tofu pressed
- 1 Tbsp. Cooking Oil
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Corn Starch
For the Orange Sauce:
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Ginger peeled and grated
- 1 Tbsp Garlic finely minced or grated
- 1 Tsp Red Chili Flakes
- 1 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed
- ⅓ cup Brown Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Vinegar
- 2 Tsp Orange Zest
- 1 Tbsp Corn Starch
- 1 Tbsp Cold Water
Equipment
- Spatula
Instructions
Air Fry Tofu
- Cut Tofu into small cubes, coat them with 2 Tbsp cornstarch, oil and soy sauce.
- Air fry the Tofu at 350 for 15 minutes
Orange Tofu Stir Fry
- In a Wok over medium-high heat add sesame oil, and allow it to heat up. Then add Ginger, Garlic, and Red Chili Flakes and saute for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the Orange Juice, Brown Sugar, 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce, Orange Zest, and White Vinegar. Stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Cornstarch slurry (1 Tbsp Cornstarch + 1 Tbsp Water) and allow the sauce to thicken.
- Add the Tofu to the Orange sauce, and combine to coat all Tofu pieces with Orange sauce and heat through.
- Enjoy with rice or vegetables.
Notes
- If using a conventional oven, preheat to 425 F, add the tofu to a parchment lined baking sheet and bake on the top rack for 30 minutes.
- Leftovers will last for 5 days in the refrigerator
- For meal prep, keep the crispy Tofu and Orange sauce separate. Heat individually and combine for crispy tofu.
- Can be served with:
- Cooked rice or noodles
- Steamed or stir-fried vegetables
- Garnish with:
- Green onions, thinly sliced
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
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Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcal
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