Finding Latin American vegan dishes without meat can be difficult. Tofu is a nice alternative.
Fajita (Spanish: little strips) is grilled meat, chicken, or shrimp served with sizzling onions, bell peppers and various toppings.
Fajitas de tofu (Spanish)
Serves 4
Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200ºC)
~Use organic ingredients if possible.~
14 ounces (400 g) extra-firm tofu
1 tsp. (5 g) or more to taste, each: paprika, chili powder, and Himalayan salt
1/2 tsp. (2,5 g) or more to taste, each: garlic powder, black pepper, cumin, and sugar
bell peppers, thinly sliced
red onion, thinly sliced
2 Tbs. (30 ml) olive or avocado oil
(gluten-free) tortilla shells
optional toppings:
- red or green salsa
- pico de galio
- lime wedges
- (dairy-free) shedded cheese(s)
- shredded lettuce
- chopped cilantro and/or parsley
- sliced jalapeños
- (dairy-free) sour cream, Mexican crema and/or yogurt
- diced tomatoes
- guacamole
- slice avocado
uno 1. Drain the tofu. Wrap with a towel and place a heavy object on top for at least 15 minutes or place in a microwave for 2-4 minutes.
dos 2. Whisk the seasonings.
tres 3. Add the bell peppers, onions, and 1 Tbs. (15 ml) oil. Mix.
cuatro 4. Place on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
cinco 5. Slice the tofu into strips.
seis 6. Toss with 1 Tbs. (15 ml) oil and the rest of the spices.
siete 7. Add to the baking sheet, without touching the vegetables.
ocho 8. Bake for 30-35 minutes.
nueve 9. Serve on top of tortillas shells and any of the optionals items.
diez 10. Serve with organic:
- Mexican rice, Spanish rice, or cilantro-lime rice
- refied or back beans
- Mexican street corn (elote), corn salsa, or roasted corn on the cob
- tortilla chips with salsa or queso (cheese)
¡Buen Provecho!
"Good profit or seize"
Try some of the other tofu recipes:
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