Orange-Ginger Tofu Triangles

Name: Orange-Ginger Tofu Triangles
Prep time: 1 h 25 min
Cook time: 1 h 25 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 79 milliliters canola oil; 4 teaspoons dark sesame oil; 59 milliliters coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger root; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green onions, cut into 1-inch strips; 237 milliliters fresh orange juice; 0 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 59 milliliters rice vinegar; 79 milliliters soy sauce; 454 grams firm tofu

Orange-Ginger Tofu Triangles is a gluten free and vegan side dish. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 319 calories, 11g of protein, and 26g of fat. This recipe covers 9% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up soy sauce, pepper flakes, cilantro, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Instructions

Turn the tofu on its side, and cut it into 4 thin slices.

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Tofu

Lay the tofu flat again, and cut the block diagonally to make 8 triangles. Without separating the pieces, place tofu on a cutting board. Cover, with a paper towel, and place a heavy skillet on top. Set aside for 30 minutes, allowing time for excess water to drain from the tofu.

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Water

Tofu

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Cutting Board

Paper Towels

Frying Pan

In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vinegar, soy sauce, oils, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Separate the pressed tofu pieces, and arrange in a baking dish in a single layer. Cover with the marinade, and sprinkle with the green onion and cilantro.

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Red Pepper Flakes

Orange Juice

Green Onions

Soy Sauce

Cilantro

Marinade

Vinegar

Garlic

Ginger

Tofu

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Baking Pan

Whisk

Bowl

Cut the stems off the chiles, remove the seeds, and place the chiles in the baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, and up to overnight.

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Chili Pepper