General Tso's Tofu
Jasmine Rice
Ingredients
- 1 (14-oz) pkg extra-firm tofu
- ½ cup packed organic brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp vegan hoisin sauce
- 3 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or use tamari)
- 2 Tbsp natural rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp refrigerated ginger paste
- 1 Tbsp vegan Sriracha hot sauce
- 1 Tbsp dark sesame oil
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch (or use arrowroot)
- 3 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 (12-oz) pkg broccoli florets
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Place tofu on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels. Place a can or skillet over paper towels; let stand 30 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut tofu into cubes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together sugar, hoisin, tomato paste, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, hot sauce, and sesame oil.
- Toss tofu with cornstarch until coated. Cook in hot vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden. Add sugar mixture; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Meanwhile, steam broccoli according to package directions; add to skillet, and toss. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve over rice.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 3 (8.5-oz) pouches microwavable jasmine rice
Side Dish Instructions
- Cook rice according to package directions.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
313
|
211
|
524
|
| Fat (g) | 14 | 2 | 16 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Protein (g) | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| Carb (g) | 36 | 44 | 80 |
| Fiber (g) | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Sodium (mg) | 488 | 8 | 496 |
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