Spicy Orange Tofu

Total 115 minPrep 25 minCook 90 min4 servings294 cal
MeatlessDairy-FreeLow-Carb
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Spicy Orange Tofu recipe

Nutrition

Calories
294 cal
Protein
12.5 g
Carbs
12 g
Fat
22.8 g
Sat. fat
2.6 g
Sugar
12 g
Sodium
1344 mg

Ingredients

  • 1 lb firm tofu
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 4 tsp dark sesame oil
  • 3 clove garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp fresh gingerroot
  • 2 stalk green onions
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 1/2 tsp red chili pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Place tofu block onto short-side and slice into 4 square wedges

  2. 2

    Lay the tofu flat again , and cut the block diagonally to make 8 triangles

  3. 3

    Without separating the pieces , place tofu on a plate

  4. 4

    Cover with a paper towel , and place a heavy skillet on top

  5. 5

    Set aside for 30 minutes to drain excess water from the tofu

  6. 6

    In a medium bowl , whisk together the orange juice , vinegar , soy sauce , oils , garlic , ginger

  7. 7

    Separate the pressed tofu pieces , and arrange in a baking dish in a single layer

  8. 8

    Cover with the marinade , and sprinkle with the green onion , chili strips and cilantro

  9. 9

    Cover with plastic wrap , and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight

  10. 10

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees

  11. 11

    Pour off some of the marinade , so the tofu is covered halfway

  12. 12

    Bake for 40 to 45 minutes , without turning , until the tofu is golden and most of the marinade has been absorbed

  13. 13

    Prepare and add the remaining ingredients as listed: canola oil, dark sesame oil, fresh gingerroot.

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