Description
Sofritas is a flavorful, plant-based Mexican dish made with tofu that’s cooked in a rich and smoky sauce of peppers, tomatoes, and spices. It’s perfect for tacos, burritos, bowls, or served over rice, providing a hearty and satisfying vegetarian option.
Ingredients
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- 1 poblano pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- Lime juice, for garnish
Instructions
- Roast the poblano pepper: Place the poblano pepper directly over a gas flame or on a baking sheet under a broiler. Roast the pepper until the skin is blackened and blistered, turning occasionally, about 5-7 minutes. Once roasted, transfer to a bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it steam for 5 minutes. Peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and dice the pepper.
- Prepare the tofu: Drain the tofu and press it to remove excess moisture. Once pressed, crumble the tofu into small, bite-sized pieces using your hands or a fork.
- Cook the aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, oregano, chipotle chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the vegetables: Stir in the diced roma tomatoes, roasted poblano pepper, and crumbled tofu. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, blend the chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, tomato paste, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, red wine vinegar, and water. Pour this mixture over the tofu and vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the sofritas just before serving. Garnish with additional lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add more chipotle chili powder or extra adobo sauce.
- This dish is versatile; it can be served in tacos, burritos, rice bowls, or on its own as a main course.
- You can use other peppers like jalapeños or serrano peppers for added heat if you like.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican