Super Easy Mexican Tofu

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1
Super Easy Mexican Tofu for a quick and delicious protein-rich meal
in Vegan

Prep

35 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 ounces tofu
1/2 cup of lawry 's baja chipotle-flavored marinade
1/2 sliced onion
1/2 sliced green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1 small tomatoes , chopped
1 garlic clove , minced
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons oil
uncle ben 's Mexican rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
350
Sugar
6g
Fat
17g
Super Easy Mexican Tofu is a quick and delicious plant-based meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The smoky and spicy flavor from the Baja Chipotle-Flavored Marinade gives this dish a unique Mexican twist, and the vegetables add a healthy dose of nutrients. The combination of protein-rich tofu and flavorful vegetables makes it a satisfying and filling meal that will leave you feeling great. Serve it with Uncle Ben's Mexican Rice for a complete and balanced meal.

Instructions

1.Cut tofu into small cubes and marinate with Lawry's Baja Chipotle-Flavored Marinade for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
2.Heat up 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onion, green pepper, and garlic. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
3.Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside. Using the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and tofu cubes. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
4.Add the sautéed vegetables back to the skillet with the tofu. Add chopped green onion, chopped tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 3-5 minutes until vegetables are heated through.
5.Prepare Uncle Ben's Mexican Rice following the instructions on the package.
6.Serve Super Easy Mexican Tofu over a bed of Mexican rice.

PROS

Super easy and quick to make.
This vegan and gluten-free dish is great for a protein-rich meal.

It’s also a great alternative to meat for those on a vegetarian or vegan diet.

CONS

Tofu can be bland on its own, but marinating it with Lawry’s Baja Chipotle-Flavored Marinade gives it great flavor.

Some people may not like the texture of tofu.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tofu is high in protein and contains all the essential amino acids. It’s also a good source of iron, calcium, and fiber.
The vegetables in this dish provide a variety of vitamins and minerals.

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