Chipotle Pepper Marinated Tofu
This Chipotle Pepper Marinated Tofu is full of smoky, spicy chipotle flavor. Made with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, spices and fresh lime juice. It's perfect for burrito bowls, tacos and more!
Servings 4
Equipment
- 1 blender, food processor or immersion blender
Ingredients
- 14 0z extra firm tofu
- 1 chipotle pepper + 3 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Serving suggestions
- cilantro lime rice
- black beans
- corn
- salsa or tomatoes
- avocado or vegan sour cream
Instructions
- If you are using tofu that is in water, drain and place on a lint free towel. Place another towel on top and place something heavy on top to remove as much water as possible. Let side for 10-15 minutes.
- While tofu presses, make marinade. Combine chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, maple syrup, salt, cumin and lime juice in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Grate tofu using the larger hole of grater. Combine tofu and sauce in a bowl tossing to coat. Let sit for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
- Heat olive oil in a non stick skillet over medium heat. Add tofu. Cook for 5-10 minutes stirring occasionally. Tofu should appear dryer and have some crisp pieces.
- Use tofu as desired. Make bowls, tacos, burritos, etc.
Notes
If chipotle pepper in adobo sauce is too spicy you can use 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika instead.
