Orange Tofu (Takeout Style)
, Serves 3
Crispy oven-baked and air-fried tofu tossed in a glossy, sweet-tangy orange sauce with garlic, ginger and scallions.
| prepPreheat oven to 425°F / 220°C | |||||||
| prepLine baking sheet with parchment (optional) | |||||||
| 1 (14 or 16 oz / 400-450 g) block firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed | Press tofu at least 15 min | Cut tofu into cubes or bite-sized pieces | Toss tofu with oil & seasonings | Coat with starch | Bake 425°F / 220°C, 15 min; toss; 15-20 min more | Air fry 400°F / 200°C, 18-20 min | Add tofu & scallion greens, toss, serve |
| 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil (for the tofu) | |||||||
| 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt | |||||||
| 1/2 teaspoon onion powder | |||||||
| 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder | |||||||
| black pepper, to preference | |||||||
| 2 tablespoons cornstarch or potato starch (for the tofu) | |||||||
| 2 teaspoons vegetable oil (for the skillet) | Sauté aromatics 2-3 min, medium heat | Pour in sauce, stir 1-2 min to thicken | |||||
| 2 cloves garlic, minced | |||||||
| 2 teaspoons minced ginger | |||||||
| 2 green onions, sliced, whites and greens separated (whites here) | |||||||
| 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) | |||||||
| 2 tablespoons soy sauce | Whisk sauce ingredients | ||||||
| 3 tablespoons brown sugar (less if preferred) | |||||||
| 120 ml orange juice | |||||||
| 2 teaspoons orange zest | |||||||
| 1 tablespoon rice vinegar | |||||||
| 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil | |||||||
| 2 teaspoons cornstarch (for the sauce) | |||||||
| green parts of the green onions (from above), for finishing | |||||||
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