Easy Orange "Chicken" with Soy Chunks
Oct 04, 2024
Easy Orange "Chicken" with Soy Chunks
Serves: 4 • Total Time: 30 mins • FODMAP Rating: High
My Easy Orange Soy Chunks recipe is packed with goodness—crispy soy chunks, vibrant veggies, and a sweet, tangy orange sauce that ties it all together. It's inspired from my easy orange Cauliflower recipe. And guess what? It’s simple enough to make on a weeknight but special enough to share with family and friends. And of course if you are afraid of soy chunks or protein chucks you can use tofu or chickpeas and just skip the re-hydrating part. You can also use soy curls instead if that is what you have on hand! This flavor is seriously amazing though. You need to try it out!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups soy chunks (or pea protein chunks)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for marinating), plus 2 tablespoons for the sauce
- Dash of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce
- 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce
- Fresh juice from 1-2 oranges
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch (for thickening the sauce)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch (for coating)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 teaspoons chopped ginger
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like bell peppers, snap peas, and broccoli)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Cooked rice (to serve)
Instructions:
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Rehydrate the Soy Chunks:
In a pot, boil water and add the soy chunks. Cook for about 10 minutes until soft. Drain and squeeze out excess water. Set aside. -
Marinate the Soy Chunks:
In a mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated soy chunks with 1 tablespoon soy sauce and a dash of black pepper. Let them marinate while you prepare the other ingredients. -
Prepare the Sauce:
In a separate bowl, mix the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, sugar, vegetarian oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, orange juice, rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Set aside. -
Preheat the Air Fryer/Oven:
Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C). -
Coat the Soy Chunks:
In a bowl, place 1/2 cup cornstarch, adding a pinch of salt and pepper. Dip the marinated soy chunks into the cornstarch, coating them evenly. -
Cook the Soy Chunks:
Place the coated soy chunks in the air fryer for about 20 minutes (or in the oven for about 40 minutes), flipping halfway through for even cooking and crispiness. -
Stir-Fry the Vegetables:
Heat a large pan over high heat. Add a splash of water (or oil if using), and sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Add the mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender. -
Combine and Finish:
Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the vegetables, stirring and bringing to a boil for about 1 minute to thicken. Toss in the cooked soy chunks, coat them with the sauce, and remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds. -
Serve:
Serve the Easy Orange Soy Chunks over a bed of rice with the stir-fried vegetables on the side. Enjoy!
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