Spicy Ginger Orange Tofu

Ingredients

• 1 lb. extra-firm tofu rinsed well-drained cut into 1" cubes
• 2 tablespoons corn starch
• Sea salt & cracked pepper
• 1/2 cup rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1/2 cup scallions chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh ginger sliced & minced
• 1/4 cup garlic minced
• 1 jalepeno chopped (can sub chili pepper flakes)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Directions

1. Toss tofu, corn starch, sea salt & cracked pepper together in plastic bag & set aside.
2. Whisk together vinegar, brown sugar, oj & pepper; & set aside.
3. In a large pan over medium high heat, cook tofu in in oils for 4-5 minutes or until the tofu begins to turn golden.
4. Add scallions, ginger, garlic & optional chili & continue to cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Pour in the vinegar & sugar mixture & cook until the liquid has reduced about half & begins to look a bit sticky (3-4 minutes).
6. Add soy sauce & sesame seeds & cook for another minute.
7. Serve with jasmine rice & steamed veggies.