Tofu Fajitas
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Tofu Fajitas
Description
This recipe for Tofu Fajitas involves pressing extra firm tofu to remove moisture, then breaking it into chunks. These chunks are combined with sliced bell peppers, onions, minced garlic, taco seasoning, and vegetable oil, ensuring thorough seasoning. The mixture is spread on a baking sheet and roasted at 425°F for about 25-30 minutes until cooked through and edges are slightly crisp.
The oven roasting concentrates the flavors and cooks the vegetables and tofu evenly. The seasoning blend imparts classic fajita flavors including chili, cumin, and smoked paprika. This dish can be served in warmed tortillas, garnished with optional toppings such as avocado, cilantro, lime slices, vegan cheese or sour cream, and salsa.
Additional ingredients like mushrooms can be added or swapped, and homemade taco seasoning is suggested for freshness. Even cooking relies on evenly slicing vegetables. Warming tortillas enhances softness and pliability for filling.
Ingredients
- ½ package tofu drained and pressed, extra or super firm, approximately 8 ounces, of
- 2 bell pepper any color), sliced
- 1 onion sliced, or yellow onion
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Optional additions and swaps:
- bell pepper fresh or frozen (14-ounce bag), no need to thaw
- mushroom sliced
- nutritional yeast for subtle 'cheesy' taste, ½ tablespoon
- taco seasoning extra, ½ tablespoon, for more flavor
- tortilla for serving
- cilantro minced, for garnish
- avocado diced, for garnish
- lime slices for garnish
- vegan cheese or sour cream, for serving
- salsa for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- Remove the moisture from the tofu by draining the package and pressing a clean towel or paper towels against the tofu to absorb liquid. Using your fingers pull apart ~1-inch chunks of tofu and place them on the prepared sheet pan.
- Add bell peppers, onion, garlic, taco seasoning, and oil. Stir them around until everything is evenly coated, and spread ingredients out in a single layer before placing in the oven for 25 minutes. If you’re using frozen veggies, add 5 more minutes.
Notes
- Homemade taco seasoning can be made with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt; store up to 6 months.
- Slice peppers and onions evenly to ensure uniform cooking times.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet before assembling fajitas to improve pliability and flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Sodium | 107mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 175mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1981IU | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 79mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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