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General Tso's Tofu

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Ingredients

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General Tso's Tofu

2 blocks extra firm tofu

2 tablespoons avocado oil

2 tablespoons soy sauceuse tamari if gluten-free

6 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tbsp avocado oil

3 cloves garlicminced

1 tbsp fresh gingerminced

½ cup cold water

1 tbsp cornstarch

5 tablespoons soy sauce

3 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 ½ tablespoons hoisin sauce

3 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 tsp red pepper flakes

1 tsp sesame seeds

Start by pressing the tofu to remove excess liquid. If you don't have a tofu press, place the blocks of tofu on a plate or baking sheet, cover with paper towels, then top with heavy books or skillets for 15-30 minutes.

Once pressed, tear tofu into small bite-sized pieces and place into a large mixing bowl. You can slice the tofu with a knife, but tearing it gives the tofu a better texture. Plus, it ends up looking more like chicken pieces instead of uniform tofu cubes.

Drizzle tofu pieces with avocado oil and coat with cornstarch and soy sauce. Toss to combine. Bake in the oven at 400F for 30 minutes, flipping once halfway though.

As the tofu cooks, warm avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the garlic and ginger until fragrant. Whisk homemade general tso's sauce ingredients together in a small bowl then pour into skillet.

Lower the heat and whisk sauce as it thickens. Add cooked tofu and stir well to coat. Serve and enjoy immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Press Your Tofu Thoroughly 🧊
Wrap extra firm tofu in a clean kitchen towel and press it under a heavy weight for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture, ensuring maximum crispiness when pan-fried in avocado oil.
Double Dredge for Crispiness ✨
Coat pressed tofu cubes in cornstarch, let them sit for 5 minutes, then dredge again before frying to create an extra-crispy, golden exterior that won't get soggy from the sauce.
Toast Your Aromatics First 🧄
Bloom the fresh ginger and garlic in hot avocado oil for 30-45 seconds before adding other sauce ingredients to unlock their essential oils and deepen the overall flavor profile.
Balance Sweet and Spicy Gradually 🌶️
Add red pepper flakes incrementally and taste as you go, since heat intensity varies by brand and personal preference—you can always add more but cannot remove it once combined.
Sauce Consistency Control 💧
Mix cornstarch with cold water separately to create a slurry before adding to the sauce, preventing lumps and allowing you to easily adjust thickness by adding more slurry or water as needed.