General Tso Tofu

If you are looking for an easy, healthy, gluten-free tofu recipe that is far better than ordering takeout, we have a perfect one for you. Try this General Tso tofu at home, and you will fall in love with this delicious recipe!

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Course: Entrée, Main Course

Cuisine: Asian

Keyword: general tso tofu

Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 35

Servings: muffins

Calories: 221kcal

Equipment

1 Baking Sheet
1 large skillet

Ingredients

For The Batter

1/4 cup smooth peanut butter or tahini paste
3 tablespoons Bragg's liquid aminos Tamari/soy sauce (gluten-free)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

For The Sauce

1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons molasses
1 tablespoon tapioca starch or cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup maple syrup or coconut sugar
1 teaspoon sesame oil

For The Tofu

1 block extra-firm tofu
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
2 green onions sliced
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven 400 degrees F. Squeeze excess water from tofu by placing it between 2-3 paper towels and putting something heavy on top of tofu for about 20 minutes. In the meantime prepare the batter and sauce.
Combine tahini paste, Bragg's liquid aminos, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water in a medium bowl. Mix well to form a smooth paste.
For the Sauce, mix water, molasses, tapioca starch, lemon juice, maple syrup, and sesame oil.
To Prepare Tofu, cut tofu into cubes and dip into batter to coat. Place battered cubes onto a well-greased baking sheet.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until crisp, turning halfway. Remove from oven and set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, and green onions. Cook stirring for 1 minute.
Add sauce mixture and cook stirring until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add baked tofu and stir to fully coat with the sauce. Delicious served with steamed broccoli and rice.

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