Spiced Tofu with Mango Salsa
Fresh and flavorful, this Spiced Tofu with Mango Salsa is a great quick meal ready in 30 minutes or less.
Servings 5
Ingredients
Spiced Tofu:
- 16 oz firm to super firm tofu I use Nasoya pre-pressed tofu.
- 2 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tbsp oil
Mango Salsa:
- 1 mango
- 2 tbsp diced red onion
- ¼ cup diced bell pepper
- 2 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- juice of half of a one lime
- pinch of salt and pepper
- quinoa or other grain of choice or cauliflower rice optional
Instructions
- Prepare grain of choice according to package directions if using. Sub with cauliflower rice for a grain free option.quinoa or other grain of choice or cauliflower rice
- 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.16 oz firm to super firm tofu
- Peel and chop mango into small pieces and transfer to a bowl. Add bell pepper, onion, cilantro, maple syrup, lime juice and pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine well and set aside to allow flavors to meld.1 mango, 2 tablespoon diced red onion, ¼ cup diced bell pepper, 2 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro , 1 tablespoon maple syrup, pinch of salt and pepper, juice of half of a one lime
- In a shallow bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, stirring to thoroughly combine.2 teaspoon chili powder, 2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika , ½ teaspoon salt , ¼ teaspoon pepper
- After tofu has been pressed, slice into ¾ to 1 inch thick slices. Place tofu in spice mix one at a time and coat.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add tofu and cook for 4-5 minutes, until slightly crisp. Flip and cook for 4-5 minutes longer.2 tablespoon oil
- Plate grain or rice and place tofu on top. Spoon mango salsa over tofu and serve immediately.
