Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu
Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu features golden pan-fried tofu coated in a sticky, spicy-sweet glaze that balances heat from sambal oelek with the deep savoriness of soy and a hint of maple. Each bite is crunchy on the outside and tender inside, perfect over steamed rice or with stir-fried veggies. Serve for a weeknight dinner when you’re craving a bold, takeout-inspired centerpiece.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 38 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 66 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Set the tofu on a plate lined with several layers of paper towels; cover with more paper towels and another plate. Place a 3- to 5-pound weight on the top plate and press the tofu for 30 minutes. Drain and discard any liquid that collects.
- 2
Put the tofu cubes in a shallow bowl. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 teaspoon sesame oil; gently stir to coat. Let stand until the tofu has absorbed most of the liquid, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, whisk 3 tablespoons soy sauce, maple syrup, green onions, sambal oelek, rice wine vinegar, garlic, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch together in a bowl. Set the sauce aside.
- 4
Drain and discard any remaining liquid from the tofu. Put 5 tablespoons cornstarch in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Add the tofu, press out excess air, and seal; gently shake until the tofu is coated with cornstarch.
- 5
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu; cook for 4 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes more. Transfer the tofu to a plate and wipe the skillet clean.
- 6
Add the sauce to the skillet; cook until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the tofu, and toss to combine.
- Calories 311.81 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 12.76 g Good Source 26%
- Carbohydrate 30.94 g 11%
- Total Fat 16.1 g High 21%
- Saturated Fat 2.13 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 525.32 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.9 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 16.12 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 128.03 mg Low Source 10%
- Iron 1.94 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 199.3 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Crispy General Tso's Style Tofu is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cornstarch, Extra Firm Tofu, Green Onion, and Maple Syrup. Each serving provides about 311.81 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu made of?
- The main ingredients are Cornstarch, Extra-Firm Tofu, Green Onion, Maple Syrup, Minced Garlic. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 311.81 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu healthy?
- Crispy General Tso’s-Style Tofu has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 311.81 calories and 12.76 g of protein, or 26% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 525.32 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.13 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Sesame, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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