Vegan General Tso's Tofu

Name: Vegan General Tso's Tofu
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: 2 13 oz block extra firm OR firm tofu ($2.40); 6 tsp minced garlic ($0.06); 4 tsp soy sauce ($0.03); 2 tsp chili flakes ($0.01); 1 tsp ginger powder ($0.03); 4 Tbsp corn starch ($0.11); 6 Tbsp vegetable oil ($0.09); 2 Tbsp beer (can sub water); 4 Tbsp sugar ($0.02); 2 Tbsp white vinegar ($0.01); 4 Tbsp soy sauce ($0.09); 1 tsp aji-no-moto (optional) ($0.02); ½ cup water; 2 tsp corn starch ($0.06)