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Bowl of tofu chorizo with cilantro leaves and lime wedge
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Tofu Chorizo

A meaty vegan chorizo substitute made with crumbled bits of soft tofu!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Julie Chiou

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound (454 g) firm tofu pressed and crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • 1 small white onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar

Instructions

  • Start by crumbling the tofu with your hands into small crumbles.
    1 pound firm tofu
    crumbled tofu on a white plate
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add in the garlic and cook for another minute before adding in the crumbled tofu.
    3 tablespoons avocado oil, 1 small white onion, 2 garlic cloves
    diced onion being sautéed in oil in a grey skillet with a slotted wooden spoon
  • Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes until the tofu is browned and crispy. Add in the remaining tablespoon of oil a little bit at a time when the pan seems dry making sure to use the back of the spoon to scrape up any stuck on bits.
    crumbled tofu with diced onions in a skillet with a slotted wooden spoon
  • Once you’ve achieved your desired crispiness, season with chili powder, sea salt, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and cinnamon. Stir in the vinegar and taste for additional salt if needed.
    1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon white vinegar
    crumbled tofu and onions in a skillet with seasonings added on top
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 214 kcal | Carbohydrates: 8 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9 g | Sodium: 622 mg | Potassium: 113 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g

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