Orange Tofu

Ingredients: double for a family of four, with a little for leftovers

- 1 brick firm tofu

- 1/4 cup soy sauce

- 1/4 cup brown sugar

- 1/4 cup orange juice

- 1/4 cup water mixed with 1/3 cup corn starch

- 1 tsp red pepper flakes

- 1 clove garlic, minced

- 1 TBS ginger, minced

- oil of choice (coconut is my preference)

- salt & pepper to taste

- sesame seeds and chives as garnish

Press tofu and cut into 1/2 inch blocks. Toss cubes in cornstarch until coated and fry in hot oil. I usually add a generous amount of oil to a large pan, and turn the cubes every few minutes to even out each side. Once most of the cube's sides are golden brown, remove from pan and place on a paper towel to soak up excess oil. 

In a small pot, add soy sauce, brown sugar, orange juice, red pepper flakes, garlic, ginger, and salt & pepper and cook on low for 5-10 minutes or until slightly sticky texture. Mix in fried tofu.

Garnish and serve with a side of rice or rice noodles. I like to have stir fried veggies or a fresh salad to complete this meal. 

Enjoy!