General Tso's Goes Vegetarian

Name: General Tso's Goes Vegetarian
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: Firm or Extra-firm Tofu - 1 16oz. pkg, drained; Low sodium Soy sauce - 2 tsp; Rice Vinegar - 2 tsp; Rice Wine (or Mirin) - 1 tsp; Oil - 1 tsp; Garlic - 1 clove, finely minced; Ginger - bd" piece, finely grated; Cornstarch - 1 tbsp; Extra-firm Tofu - 1 block (16 oz); Cornstarch - 3 tbsp; Paprika - bd tsp; Salt - Dash; Vegetable or Canola Oil - 2 tbsp; Low-sodium Soy Sauce - bcup; Toasted Sesame Oil - 1 bd tbsp; Rice Vinegar - 1 tbsp; Organic Dark Brown Sugar - bcup; Sesame Seeds - 2 tbsp; Red Pepper Flakes - Pinch; Green Onions - 1 bunch, chopped

A healthier, vegan version of the classic General Tso's dish, made with crispy tofu and a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Allergens:Soy

Details

Author: CuisineSavvy
Cuisine: Asian
Course: Main
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Diet: Vegan
Categories:#Vegan #Gluten-Free #High-Protein

Nutritional Values

This dish is a healthier take on General Tso's, using tofu for a high-protein, plant-based alternative. It includes low-sodium soy sauce and is rich in flavor from ginger, garlic, and sesame seeds. The use of extra-firm tofu and minimal oil keeps it crispy yet light.

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calories	350 kcal	--
Total Fat	20 g	26%
Saturated Fat	2.5 g	13%
Sodium	600 mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate	25 g	9%
Dietary Fiber	4 g	14%
Total Sugars	10 g	--
Protein	15 g	30%

Instructions

Prepare the tofu by draining and pressing it to remove excess water. Cut into small pieces.
In a bowl, mix cornstarch, paprika, and salt. Toss the tofu pieces to coat evenly.
Heat oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Cook the tofu for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
In a small bowl, make a slurry with cornstarch and water. Combine with remaining sauce ingredients: soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and water.
Pour the sauce into a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until thickened and translucent.
Reduce heat under the frying pan to low, pour the sauce over the tofu, and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Serve immediately with rice, garnished with green onions and additional sesame seeds.

General Tso's Goes Vegetarian

A healthier, vegan version of the classic General Tso's dish, made with crispy tofu and a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
[ ] Firm or Extra-firm Tofu - 1 16oz. pkg, drained
[ ] Low sodium Soy sauce - 2 tsp
[ ] Rice Vinegar - 2 tsp
[ ] Rice Wine (or Mirin) - 1 tsp
[ ] Oil - 1 tsp
[ ] Garlic - 1 clove, finely minced
[ ] Ginger - 	bd" piece, finely grated
[ ] Cornstarch - 1 tbsp
[ ] Extra-firm Tofu - 1 block (16 oz)
[ ] Cornstarch - 3 tbsp
[ ] Paprika - 	bd tsp
[ ] Salt - Dash
[ ] Vegetable or Canola Oil - 2 tbsp
[ ] Low-sodium Soy Sauce - 	bcup
[ ] Toasted Sesame Oil - 1 	bd tbsp
[ ] Rice Vinegar - 1 tbsp
[ ] Organic Dark Brown Sugar - 	bcup
[ ] Sesame Seeds - 2 tbsp
[ ] Red Pepper Flakes - Pinch
[ ] Green Onions - 1 bunch, chopped

Instructions
[ ] 1. Prepare the tofu by draining and pressing it to remove excess water. Cut into small pieces.
[ ] 2. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, paprika, and salt. Toss the tofu pieces to coat evenly.
[ ] 3. Heat oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Cook the tofu for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
[ ] 4. In a small bowl, make a slurry with cornstarch and water. Combine with remaining sauce ingredients: soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and water.
[ ] 5. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat until thickened and translucent.
[ ] 6. Reduce heat under the frying pan to low, pour the sauce over the tofu, and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
[ ] 7. Serve immediately with rice, garnished with green onions and additional sesame seeds.

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External Recipes

General Tso's Goes Vegetarian (Health Score: 75)

HealthScore: 75

This recipe maintains a good balance of protein, healthy fats, and reduced sodium, with the added benefits of ginger and garlic for anti-inflammatory properties.