
General Tso's Tofu
quinoa, steamed broccoli
General Tso’s is an American-Chinese classic—and now, you can get your takeout vibes in a make-it-yourself tofu dish that’s ready in just half an hour. It’s high in fiber and protein, plus low in sodium, so you can enjoy the flavors you love without the high blood pressure. Served with steamed broccoli on a bed of quinoa.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 oz ginger, peeled and minced
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
- 2 tsp low-sodium tamari
- 3 tbsp turbinado sugar
- 1 tbsp seasoned rice vinegar
- 10 oz organic extra firm tofu, patted dry and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp tuxedo sesame seeds (divided)
- 2 scallions, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 6 oz broccoli florets
- 6 oz precooked white quinoa
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (from your kitchen)
- Salt (from your kitchen)
- Pepper (from your kitchen)
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INSTRUCTIONS
Bring large pot of salted water to a boil for broccoli. Whisk together ginger, garlic, tamari, sugar, and vinegar in medium bowl.
Combine tofu, cornstarch, just 2 tsp sesame seeds, and a pinch of salt and pepper in large bowl and toss to coat. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add coated tofu and cook, tossing occasionally, until crispy and browned in places, 5 to 8 minutes.
Add scallion to skillet with tofu and cook until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low, add sauce, and toss. Cook until sauce thickens, about 30 seconds.
Add broccoli to boiling water and cook until tender and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and add a pinch of salt and pepper. Make small tear at top of quinoa bag and microwave for 60 seconds. (TIP: You can also combine precooked quinoa and 1 tbsp water in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover and steam until warmed through, 3 to 4 minutes.)
Divide warmed quinoa and cooked broccoli between large plates and top with General Tso’s tofu. Sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds. 好吃!
You can also cook tofu in air-fryer at 400°F for 6 to 8 minutes; omit cornstarch and sesame seed coating and sprinkle finished dish with sesame seeds. For 4-serving meal, double all ingredients. You may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
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