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Chipotle Sofritas (Copycat)

This Chipotle Sofritas recipe tastes just like the original! Shredded tofu braised in spices makes a great vegan option for burritos, tacos, and salads.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 4 servings (1 cup each)
Calories: 128 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

For the Marinade:
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 medium tomato stemmed and quartered
  • 1/2 medium onion peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup water plus additional water as needed for braising the tofu
  • 2 chipotle chilies plus 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (see note 1)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the tofu:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or rice bran oil (see note 2)
  • 1 (16 ounce) package extra-firm tofu pressed, cut into 8 slices (see note 3)

Instructions

To make the marinade:
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  1. In a food processor, combine bell pepper, tomato, onion, water, chipotle chilies and adobo sauce, garlic, red wine vinegar, ancho chile powder, cumin, oregano, and salt and pepper to taste (I like 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Pulse until the marinade is slightly chunky and thoroughly combined. Set aside.
To make the tofu:
  1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Working in batches if necessary, carefully place the tofu in the pan, flip occasionally, and cook until the tofu is golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
  2. Roughly chop the tofu, or pulse the tofu in a food processor until the tofu is roughly in 1/4 inch pieces. Place in a bowl and add the marinade. Cover and allow to sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator.
  3. To cook the tofu, heat a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the marinated tofu and any remaining marinade. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer, adding additional water to desired consistency (I prefer additional liquid for serving). Cook until tofu is heated through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Notes

  • Oregano: Chipotle uses Mexican oregano, but you can use Italian oregano if that’s all that you have. They have different flavors (Mexican oregano tastes more like marjoram) but both taste great in this recipe.
  • Olive oil: Chipotle uses rice bran oil, but olive oil is more widely available (and probably already in your pantry).

  • Tofu: Start with extra-firm tofu and squeeze it to extract as much liquid as possible. There are two easy ways:

    Wrap in paper towels and place in a dish. Set a heavy object on top such as a cast-iron skillet with cans on top. Use a handy-dandy super-slick fast-and-easy tofu press (this is the one I have and it works really well). Once you've pressed the tofu, slice it into 8 slices. If you your brick is really divided into 2 bricks, cut each slab into 4 slices. You'll know what I mean once you start looking at tofu.

  • Wrap in paper towels and place in a dish. Set a heavy object on top such as a cast-iron skillet with cans on top.
  • Use a handy-dandy super-slick fast-and-easy tofu press (this is the one I have and it works really well).
  • Once you've pressed the tofu, slice it into 8 slices. If you your brick is really divided into 2 bricks, cut each slab into 4 slices. You'll know what I mean once you start looking at tofu.
  • Yield: This recipe makes about 4 cups Sofritas braised tofu, enough for servings, 1 cup each.
  • Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 cup Calories 128kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 88mg (4%) Potassium 348mg (10%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 525IU (11%) Vitamin C 30mg (33%) Calcium 58mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings (1 cup each)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 128

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 cup
Calories 128kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 88mg 4%
Potassium 348mg 7%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 525IU 11%
Vitamin C 30mg 33%
Calcium 58mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.