Fried Orange Sesame Tofu

Servings: 2 Total Time: 25 mins
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This Fried Orange Sesame Tofu delivers crispy, golden tofu smothered in a tangy-sweet orange glaze—all in under 30 minutes! Packed with 35g of plant-based protein per serving (70g per x2 Servings), this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep (store tofu and sauce separately for freshness). Serve over rice or grains for a balanced, flavor-packed meal that’s vegan-friendly and gluten-free adaptable.

Pro tip: Double the sauce for extra leftovers! AND MEAL-PREP IT! So good.

Fried Orange Sesame Tofu

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Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 25 mins
Servings: 2
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Description


High-Protein (Perfect for Meal-Prep!)
In less than ~ 30 Minutes
x2 servings (~70g Protein)

Ingredients

Cooking Mode Disabled

For Tofu Prep

For Orange Sauce

Cornstarch Slurry

Optional Toppings

Instructions

  1. Prep the Tofu

    Press tofu for 5 minutes to remove excess water.
    Cut into 1-inch cubes.
    Toss tofu in garlic powder and black pepper, then coat evenly with cornstarch.

  1. Prep the Other Ingredients

    Grate ginger
    Mince garlic
    Make cornstarch slurry (2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water)
    Chop green onions garnish for later
    Peel couple small pieces of orange peel

  1. Fry the Tofu

    Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
    Fry tofu until golden and crispy (turn over as you cook to get each side brown).
    Set aside.

  1. Make the Orange Sauce

    In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
    Add orange juice, zest, orange peel pieces, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sriracha, and broth.
    Bring to a simmer.
    Whisk cornstarch slurry into the sauce and cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).

  1. Combine and Serve

    Toss fried tofu in the orange sauce until fully coated.
    Serve over rice or choice of grain, topped with sesame seeds and/or green onions.