Smoky Tofu Black Eye Pea Bowls
Think tofu doesn't taste good? Try these delicious Smoky Tofu Black-Eyed Pea Bowls. This tofu is baked until crispy and coated in a sweet, smoky sauce and then paired with black-eyed peas, greens, and rice for a hearty, comforting meal that is sure to please.
Servings 4
Ingredients
Tofu:
- 16 oz super firm tofu pressed and ready to use if you can find it.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Black Eye Peas:
- 12 oz black eye peas, presoaked, dried, or canned
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups kale, spinach, or collard greens washed and chopped
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup rice or other grain
Instructions
To prepare tofu:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- The tofu I used comes pressed and vacuum packed so its ready to use right away, but if your tofu is not follow these steps to prepare it. Drain water from tofu and wrap in paper towels or a lint free kitchen towel. Press as much water out of tofu as possible by placing a heavy skillet on top and let sit for about 20 minutes.
- Once tofu is drained and pressed cut into cubes about 1 inch in size. Place on baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping after about 15 minutes. Continues to bake until edges are crisp. Set aside.
- In a deep skillet add oil, maple syrup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and seasonings. Heat over medium heat just until fragrant, this should take less than a minute. Add baked tofu and toss to coat. Continue to cook stirring occasionally until sauce has thickened.
- While tofu is baking prepare black eye peas and rice or preferred grain according to package directions.
To prepare black eye peas:
- Prepare black eyes depending on type used. For dried you will need to soak ahead of time and then cook unsalted according to package directions. For canned simply drain and rinse. I used presoaked so I cooked unsalted for around 30-40 until still firm but tender.
- Heat oil over medium heat in a medium pot. Add desired greens and a dash of salt and pepper. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes until slightly wilted.
- Add drained black eye peas to greens and stir to combine. Add liquid smoke and additional salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1-2 minutes longer until heated through.
- To assemble spoon rice in bowl and top with tofu. Add black eyes and greens and enjoy!
