Extra firm tofuCornstarchSaltOil of your choiceFresh-squeezed orange juiceMaple syrupRice vinegarSoy sauceChinese five-spiceFresh gingerGarlicWaterOrange zestGreen onions and sesame seeds for garnish
First prep the crispy tofu. In a large bowl, toss the tofu with the cornstarch and salt until it’s well-coated. The full recipe has a pan-frying option and a baking option for the tofu.
Add the oil, garlic, and ginger to a pan and sautee for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Then, pour in the orange juice mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil.
In a small bowl mix together the cornstarch and water to make a paste. Once the orange juice mixture comes to a boil, turn off the heat and mix in the cornstarch paste.