Vegan Orange Chicken
Discover how to make Vegan Orange Chicken with this easy recipe! Sweet, tangy, and plant-based, it’s perfect for a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
For the Vegan Chicken:
- 1 block 14 oz firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed and cubed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil for frying
For the Orange Sauce:
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice about 2 oranges
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic about 2 cloves
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water slurry
Optional Garnishes:
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Notes
- To make it gluten-free, swap soy sauce for tamari.
- You can substitute tofu with seitan or tempeh for variety.
- For added heat, mix in red chili flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Baking or air-frying the tofu is a healthier alternative to pan-frying.