Tofu Taco Meat Crumbles
This delicious hand-crumbled tofu taco meat can be served in tacos, burritos, tostadas, wraps, salads, mixed into pasta sauces, and beyond. It's versatile, easy to make, and great for meal prep!
Servings: 4
Calories: 149kcal
Ingredients
Tofu Taco Meat Ingredients
- 1 block super firm tofu drained
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or any vegetable oil
- ½ red onion diced
- 3 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 3½ tablespoons soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free option)
Taco Fixings (Optional)
- taco shells or tortillas
- beans
- rice
- purple cabbage thinly sliced
- vegan queso or shredded vegan cheese
- guacamole or sliced avocado
- salsa
- cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and hand-crumble the super-firm tofu onto it, into small ground-beef sized crumbles, and spread them into a flat even layer across the pan. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. (While baking, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the bell pepper into strips.)
- In a large saute pan over medium heat, add the oil. Once hot, add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the baked tofu, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and soy sauce. Mix together and saute for a few minutes. Remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Storing Tips: Place in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 951mg | Potassium: 313mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1087IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 3mg