tofu (pressed & cubed)
✔ 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for crispiness)
✔ 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
✔ 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil (for pan-frying)
For the Orange Sauce:
✔ ½ cup fresh orange juice (from 1-2 oranges) 🍊
✔ 1 tablespoon orange zest (for extra citrus flavor!)
✔ 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
✔ 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup
✔ 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
✔ 1 teaspoon grated ginger
✔ 1 teaspoon minced garlic
✔ ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
✔ 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry for thickening)
For Serving & Garnish:
✔ Cooked jasmine rice or quinoa 🍚
✔ Sesame seeds
✔ Sliced green onions