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High-Protein Vegan Orange Chicken

This high-protein vegan orange chicken swaps meat for crispy tofu, delivering the same familiar sweet, tangy flavor with 35 grams of plant-based protein per serving.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword 10 ingredients or less, 30 minutes or less, copycat, gluten-free, high-protein, low-carb, tofu, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp ginger paste
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 (16-oz) package super-firm tofu
  • 1-2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients.
  • Using your hands, crumble the tofu into bite-sized pieces.
  • Sprinkle the cornstarch over the tofu and toss until evenly coated.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the tofu.
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the tofu is lightly browned.
  • Pour in the sauce and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu.
  • Enjoy as is or serve alongside rice and your favorite veggies!

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