GENERAL TSO'S VEGAN "CHICKEN"

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General Tso's Vegan

Source: Modified from http://eatair.blogspot.com/2006/05/general-tsos-seitan.html This tastes similar to the vegan General Tso's Chicken in the deli section of many Whole Foods Markets. So far, all the meat-eaters to whom I've served it have liked it, usually asking for seconds. The seitan gives the dish a meaty texture, the...

Provided by Gary Loewenthal

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

12 oz seitan (use drained weight if packed in water)
1/2 lb broccoli, chopped (fresh is best; frozen is ok)
1/2 small-to-medium onion, chopped, not too finely
1 tsp minced fresh ginger
3 Tbsp peanut oil (a bit less if using a non-stick pan)
BATTER FOR THE SEITAN:
1/4 c all-purpose flour, rice flour, or spelt flour
2 Tbsp cornstarch
1 tsp egg replacer (such as energ-g)
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/4 c plain unsweetened soy milk
1 Tbsp soy sauce
FOR THE SAUCE:
1/4 c soy sauce
2 Tbsp rice vinegar
3 Tbsp vegetable broth
3 Tbsp sugar or 2 1/4 tbs. agave nectar
2 tsp cornstarch

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
  • 2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk all the dry ingredients for the batter together, then whisk in the soy milk and soy sauce.
  • 3. Tear the seitan into bite-sized pieces, then mix in with the batter.
  • 4. Heat 2 Tbs. peanut oil in a wok over medium-high heat then add the battered seitan. Fry the seitan, stirring constantly and separating the individual pieces, until it's nice and brown and crispy. This may take 8-10 minutes. Then remove the seitan from the wok and set aside.
  • 5. Add the remaining 1 Tbs. of oil to the wok, then add the broccoli and onion. Stir-fry for a few minutes. Don't let the broccoli get too soft; it should still retain its color. Add the ginger and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the sauce and cook for another 3 minutes or so until it thickens. When the sauce is almost thick enough, turn the heat to low and stir in the seitan for about a minute.
  • 6. Serve over rice, or over soba or udon noodles.

Engineer Junaid
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu. The sauce is flavorful and tangy, and the tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Little Xibon
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I made this dish for my family, and they loved it! The tofu was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Joshua Yakubu
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This recipe is a keeper! The tofu is crispy and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I love that it's a vegan dish that everyone can enjoy.


Mark Dorch
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The tofu was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Amuri Symon
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This recipe is amazing! The tofu is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly tangy and sweet.


Dilmohammod Md. Dil
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This is my favorite General Tso's recipe. The tofu is so crispy and the sauce is delicious. I always have leftovers, and they're just as good the next day.


Majid gg
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover tofu. The sauce is so tasty, and the tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Jimboy “JM” Alfaro
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This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious results. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy.


Badipehter Daniel
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The tofu is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Shohidul Khan
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This dish is a must-try for any vegan or vegetarian. The tofu is cooked to perfection, and the sauce is incredibly tasty.


AV Gamer 2404R
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I love this recipe! It's become a regular in my meal rotation. The tofu is always perfectly crispy, and the sauce is so flavorful.


Naomi Waithera
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the results were delicious. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was perfectly tangy and sweet.


Penny Kelley
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Just made this dish, and it turned out amazing! My non-vegan husband loved it too. The sauce is perfect, and the tofu has a great texture.


Raja Hasnat
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This General Tso's Vegan Chicken recipe is a game-changer! The texture of the tofu is spot-on, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.