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Orange Sweet and Sour Stir-Fry

Healthy and Easy Family Dinner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup fresh mandarin or orange juice, from 2 clementines or 1/2 large orange
  • 6 Tbsp tamari, low-sodium soy sauce, or coconut aminos
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger, optional
  • 1 14-16 oz pkg firm or extra-firm tofu or 1 pound cubed chicken or peeled raw shrimp
  • 3 Tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 3 Tbsp avocado or vegetable oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 heads broccoli, cut into small florets (about 4 cups)
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced any vegetables you like (see suggestions in post)
  • 2 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • cooked rice or rice noodles, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Make sauce: In a medium bowl, stir together juice, tamari, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and ginger (if using). Whisk in 1/4 very hot water and make sure the honey isn't stick at the bottom of the bowl. Set aside.
  • Drain tofu then wrap it in a few layers of paper towel or in a kitchen towel. Press to remove some of the excess liquid. Cut the tofu into 1/2-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Sprinkle cornstarch over the tofu and toss gently to coat. It's ok if it's not completely even. If using chicken or shrimp, use the same method as for the tofu above, but make sure the chicken is fully cooked before removing from the pan.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add tofu (or other protein) in an even layer. Cook tofu until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Sprinkle tofu with a pinch of salt then remove to a plate.
  • Turn heat down to medium. Add remaining tablespoon of oil in the skillet then add garlic. Cook for 30 seconds then add the broccoli and carrots. Stir and cook until the garlic is lightly golden brown. Add half the sauce over the vegetables then stir and cook until vegetables are tender and cooked to your liking. Add tofu back into the pan then pour over the remaining sauce. Stir to combine and cook for an additional minute to thicken the sauce slightly.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds then serve over cooked rice or noodles. Add additional sesame seeds and/or an Asian-style hot sauce to taste.
Keyword healthy dinner, plant based, stir-fry, vegetarian kids