Vegan Orange “Chicken”

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This vegan orange “chicken” recipe is a fantastic plant-based version of the popular Chinese-American dish. It’s perfect for vegans looking to enjoy the flavors of orange chicken without any animal products. The recipe uses soy curls as a meat substitute, creating a texture similar to chicken while absorbing the tangy orange sauce beautifully.

Ingredients:

  • 200g soy curls
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Spring onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Method:

  1. Rehydrate soy curls in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Coat soy curls in cornflour.
  3. Fry coated soy curls in oil until crispy.
  4. In a bowl, mix orange juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and cornflour.
  5. In a pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and chili flakes in sesame oil.
  6. Add the orange juice mixture to the pan and simmer until thickened.
  7. Toss the crispy soy curls in the orange sauce.
  8. Garnish with orange zest, spring onions, and sesame seeds.

Don’t hesitate to try this delicious vegan orange “chicken” recipe! It’s a perfect blend of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors that will satisfy your takeout cravings while keeping things plant-based. Whether you’re a long-time vegan or just exploring meat-free options, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.