Tofu Tacos
These quick vegan tacos, filled with a spicy tofu filling, make a perfect weeknight dinner. To keep them vegan, top them with shredded cabbage, fresh pico de gallo and guacamole. For vegetarians, add crumbled queso fresco.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 (14- to 16-ounce) block extra-firm tofu, patted dry and cut into ½-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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½ cup chopped onion
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2 large cloves garlic, minced
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1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed
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2 teaspoons cider vinegar
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½ cup chopped cilantro
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8 corn tortillas, warmed
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Shredded cabbage, pico de gallo and/or guacamole (optional)
Description
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Combine chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Add tofu and toss to coat. Set aside.
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Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring, until starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add tofu; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Add beans; cook, stirring, until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar and cilantro.
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To serve, fill each tortilla with about 1/3 cup tofu filling. Top with cabbage, pico de gallo and/or guacamole, if desired.