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Delish Tofu Tacos for Flavorful Meals

Delish Tofu Tacos for Flavorful Meals

Weeknight-friendly tofu tacos with crispy seasoned crumbles, a zesty cabbage slaw, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro—all wrapped in warm corn tortillas.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 14 ounces extra-firm tofu drained and pressed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoons onion powder
  • 0.75 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoons black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tablespoons cornstarch helps tofu crisp
  • 8 tortillas corn tortillas warmed
  • 2 cups red cabbage thinly shredded
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 0.5 cups fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 large ripe avocado sliced
  • 0.75 cups pico de gallo or salsa
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Wrap the tofu in paper towels or a clean kitchen towel and press under a skillet or weight for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  • Crumble the pressed tofu into small, ground-beef-sized pieces with your hands or a fork.
  • In a bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cornstarch. Add the crumbled tofu and toss until evenly coated.
  • Heat 1.5 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned tofu and cook, stirring every 1 to 2 minutes, until browned and crispy in spots, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Make a quick slaw: In a bowl, toss shredded red cabbage with the lime juice, the remaining 0.5 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Fold in half of the cilantro.
  • Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  • Assemble tacos: Fill each tortilla with crispy tofu, cabbage slaw, avocado slices, and spoonfuls of salsa. Finish with remaining cilantro and hot sauce to taste.
  • Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.

Notes

For even crispier tofu, spread the seasoned crumbles on a sheet pan and bake at 425°F for 20 minutes, stirring once. Swap corn tortillas for flour if preferred, and add dairy-free crema for extra creaminess.