GENERAL TSO'S TOFU SUB
Tyler Kord, the chef-owner of the No. 7 Sub shops in New York, has made the submarine a thing of juiciness, beauty and exoticism. "I like soft bread and fancy ingredients inside," said Mr. Kord, who worked at a Subway when he was 16, in Ithaca, N.Y., and eventually became sous-chef at Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Perry Street restaurant in New York. Take General Tso's Tofu Sub, a brilliant study of layered textures and flavors. The centerpiece is a deep-fried panko-crusted rectangle of firm tofu, golden and crusty outside, and creamy inside. Mr. Kord layers the tofu between edamame purée, homemade pickled cucumbers and a piquant sauce named after General Tso that includes ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar and chilis. The blender does the work, in three quick steps. The result is startling. It is what Mr. Kord wants it to be: crunchy, creamy, salty, sweet and sour, all in one bite.
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories lunch, sandwiches, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 35
Steps:
- For the General Tso sauce: In a blender combine ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, vinegar, mirin, and sesame oil. Add chilis, salt, sugar, and xantham gum, if using. Process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl, and set aside.
- For the pickles: In a clean blender combine garlic, ginger, shallot, sesame oil, sugar, salt and chili. Blend until slightly smooth, but still mostly chunky. Transfer to a medium bowl, and add the vinegar, scallion and cucumbers. Mix, and set aside.
- For the edamame puree: In a clean blender puree edamame and just enough water to make a smooth paste. Transfer to a small bowl, and set aside.
- For the tofu: In a deep fryer, preheat vegetable oil to 350 degrees. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together salt, sugar, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder. Place the tofu on a plate, and sprinkle both sides of the tofu with about a tablespoon or more of the salt mixture, saving the rest for later use.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg whites and cornstarch until blended and smooth. Place panko in a shallow bowl. Dip the seasoned tofu slices into the egg white batter, gently shake off excess batter, and dip in panko, covering the tofu thoroughly. Deep-fry in the oil until deep golden brown, about 4 minutes. Remove and drain.
- For assembly: Cut the subway rolls open lengthwise. Spread one side of each with edamame purée, and the other side with mayonnaise. Quickly dip both sides of the fried tofu in the General Tso sauce, and place two slices of tofu, end to end, on one side of each subway roll. Top the tofu with drained pickled cucumbers, garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and finish by topping with the other side of the roll. Cut in half, and serve immediately.
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Aftab warrich
[email protected]This General Tso's tofu was absolutely delicious! I highly recommend it.
Amy Matthews
[email protected]This tofu dish was a bit bland. I think I'll try adding more spices next time.
Gopal dass Lal
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Md Rajib Shikh
[email protected]This tofu dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try making it again with less chili peppers.
Thabani Tshabangu
[email protected]This was my first time making General Tso's tofu, and it was a success! The tofu was crispy, the sauce was delicious, and it all came together perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sanu Cdryy
[email protected]This tofu dish was okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Thando Moeng
[email protected]I've tried many General Tso's tofu recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I highly recommend it.
Christinah Mashiloane
[email protected]This tofu dish was a disappointment. The sauce was bland, and the tofu was tough. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Amjad Awan
[email protected]This General Tso's tofu was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try making it again with a little less sugar.
Shelbyy
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and sour.
Monet Cash
[email protected]This was my first time making General Tso's tofu, and it turned out great! The sauce was flavorful, and the tofu was crispy. I will definitely be making this again.
Mir Ali
[email protected]Just made this for dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again soon.
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[email protected]This tofu dish was a great way to change up our usual dinner routine. It was easy to make and had a great flavor. The sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. We will definitely be making this again.
Alham Khan
[email protected]I've made this General Tso's tofu several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that it's a healthier version of the classic dish, and it's just as flavorful.
samiulahaq afghan
[email protected]This General Tso's tofu was absolutely delicious! The sauce was perfectly balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness, sourness, and heat. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it soaked up the sauce beautifully. I se