Orange Beef-Style Tofu Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu
• drained and cut into strips
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon chili paste
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 carrots
• sliced

Instructions

1. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2. Place the 1/4 cup cornstarch in a dish; press tofu slices in the cornstarch to coat on all sides.
3. Stir-fry in the wok 5 minutes, or until golden brown on all sides.
4. Drain tofu on paper towels.
5. Allow wok to cool, and wipe clean.
6. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, orange juice, water, sugar, chili paste, and cornstarch until smooth.
7. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the wok, and stir-fry the carrots until tender.
8. Form a well in the center of the carrots, and pour in the sauce.
9. Bring sauce to a boil.
10. Mix tofu into the wok, and continue cooking until coated with the sauce.