Description
Tofu Fajitas bring spicy Mexican-inspired magic to your dinner table with crispy, marinated tofu that sizzles alongside colorful bell peppers and onions. Wrap these zesty strips in warm tortillas for a simple, satisfying meal that delivers restaurant-quality flavor right from your own kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 block firm tofu
- 2 bell peppers
- 1 onion
- 4 flour tortillas
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Garnish and Optional Toppings:
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Drain excess moisture from the 1 block of firm tofu by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object on top for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Slice the pressed tofu into ½-inch thick strips or cubes using a sharp knife.
- Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 2-3 tablespoons fajita seasoning in a medium bowl.
- Coat the tofu pieces completely in the marinade and let them absorb flavors for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Slice 2 bell peppers and 1 onion into thin, uniform strips about ¼-inch wide.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F for 2 minutes.
- Sauté the bell peppers and onions for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until edges become slightly charred and vegetables soften.
- Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a plate and keep warm.
- Add marinated tofu to the same skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes at 400°F, flipping halfway to achieve golden-brown crispy edges.
- Return the sautéed vegetables to the skillet and toss with tofu for 1-2 minutes to reheat.
- Warm 4 flour tortillas in a separate pan for 30 seconds per side at 350°F.
- Assemble fajitas by placing tofu-vegetable mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, additional lime juice, and optional toppings like salsa or guacamole.
Notes
- Pressing tofu thoroughly removes excess moisture, helping it crisp up beautifully and absorb more marinade flavor.
- Marinating for longer than 10 minutes deepens the seasoning, so feel free to prep this in advance for even tastier results.
- For a gluten-free version, swap standard tortillas with corn tortillas or large lettuce leaves as a wrap alternative.
- Experiment with different protein-packed marinades like soy sauce, sriracha, or chipotle sauce to change up the tofu’s flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 25-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 to 4
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg