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Sweet and Spicy Orange Tofu

Sticky tofu in a sweet and spicy orange sauce!
4.72 from 7 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 403kcal
Author: Becca Heyes

Recipe printed from www.easycheesyvegetarian.com

Ingredients

  • 400 g firm tofu drained and cut into 1/2” chunks (~ 2 1/2 cups when diced)
  • 3 tbsp cornflour
  • 2 tbsp oil divided
  • 1 small head broccoli cut into small florets
  • 1 red bell pepper diced

For the sweet and spicy orange sauce:

  • 250 ml (~ 1 cup) orange juice (I used freshly squeezed)
  • 1/2 red chilli finely chopped (adjust to preference)
  • 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • To serve optional: sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, fresh orange chunks

Instructions

  • Add the diced tofu and the cornflour to a bowl, and toss gently to coat. If there's still some moisture in the tofu, it will form a paste, but that's okay.
  • Heat a tablespoon of oil in a frying pan, and add the coated tofu. Cook over a high heat, tossing regularly, until it is firm and crispy all over - this could take up to 15-20 minutes.
  • In a separate pan, heat another dash of oil, and add the broccoli florets and diced red pepper. Cook for around 5 minutes over a medium heat, stirring regularly, until tender but still crisp.
  • To make the orange sauce, combine the orange juice, red chilli, and soy sauce in a bowl. When the tofu is crispy, add the sauce, and bring to a simmer. Allow the sauce to cook until it has reduced into a thick, sticky sauce. Add the cooked vegetables, and mix to combine.
  • Serve topped with sliced spring onions, sesame seeds, and fresh orange chunks if desired.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Sweet and Spicy Orange Tofu
Amount Per Serving (1 portion)
Calories 403 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Fat 23g35%
Saturated Fat 3.6g18%
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 275mg11%
Potassium 929mg27%
Carbohydrates 34.8g12%
Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugar 16.5g18%
Protein 20.8g42%
Calcium 442mg44%
Iron 6mg33%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on your exact ingredients. Please calculate your own nutritional values if you require accuracy for health reasons.