Vegan Sweet And Sour Tofu

0 If you are making rice, get that started first. Boil your water, add the rice and cook accroding to the package.
1 Cut the tofu into small cubes, and press between two paper towels for a few minutes to drain some of the liquid.
2 While the tofu is being pressed,in a medium sauce pan, combine all the sauce ingredients except the cornstarch and water mixture and beet powder or food coloring if you are using.
3 Bring to a simmer, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the sauce pan. Along with the beet powder or coloring if using. Whisk everything together, and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes until nice and thick. Turn off the heat and let sit on the stove while you prepare the rest.
4 Mix the almond milk with the apple cider vinegar, and let sit for a few minutes to thicken.
5 Add the cornstarch and salt to a deep bowl.
6 Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a frying pan, on medium high.
7 Once the oil is hot, take the tofu cubes and dip into cornstarch, then almond milk, then back into cornstarch. Drop into the oil. Fry on all sides until golden brown. Should just take a few minutes. Repeat with all the tofu.
8 Serve immediately with the sauce and rice.