{"id":22602,"date":"2025-01-11T10:17:08","date_gmt":"2025-01-11T10:17:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/crispy-baked-orange-tofu-bakerita\/"},"modified":"2025-01-11T10:17:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-11T10:17:08","slug":"crispy-baked-orange-tofu-bakerita","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=22602","title":{"rendered":"Crispy Baked Orange Tofu \u2022 Bakerita"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Looking for the perfect plant-based version of your favorite Chinese takeout dish? This crispy baked orange tofu <\/strong>captures all the tangy, sweet, and savory flavors you love about orange chicken while keeping things completely vegan and gluten-free. Perfect for meal prep and healthier than traditional deep-fried versions! Ready in about 30 minutes.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Meet the sweet and savory dinner that has been on repeat as we\u2019ve been traveling around the country! If I can make this in an RV after a long day of travel or hiking, you know it\u2019s easy. Along with my favorite vegan tacos<\/a><\/strong> and my go-to kale salad with chickpeas<\/a>, <\/strong>this orange tofu recipe has become one of the most common meals in my house. If I\u2019m running low on time (or just starving), I\u2019ll use frozen rice to make this recipe even quicker and easier. Jump straight down to the recipe or read through the post for all my best tips, tricks, and substitution ideas. Enjoy!<\/p>\n

Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n

This baked orange tofu strikes the perfect balance between healthy and indulgent<\/strong>. The tofu gets wonderfully crispy in the oven without deep frying, while the orange sauce brings that perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors. <\/p>\n

We keep it gluten-free by using cornstarch<\/strong> instead of flour to coat the tofu. Whether you\u2019re vegan, gluten-free, or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your routine, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste<\/strong> right from your kitchen.<\/p>\n

How to make vegan orange chicken<\/h2>\n
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Press and dry your tofu. I prefer using extra firm tofu for a better texture. Tear the tofu into chunks. The scraggly edges help mimic the texture of chicken well! Place in a bowl and toss with the cornstarch and salt. <\/p>\n

Place the tofu on a baking sheet<\/a> and spray it with cooking oil. Alternatively, you can fry in a thin layer of oil over medium heat until golden.<\/p>\n

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    Whisk together the orange juice, water, garlic, coconut sugar, tamari, cornstarch, lime juice, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil to make the sauce. <\/p>\n

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    Pour into a saucepan<\/a> and bring the sauce mixture to a simmer over low heat, whisking constantly, until thickened. Toss in the tofu to coat. Serve over rice with your favorite veggies!<\/p>\n

    Substitutions and Variations<\/h2>\n