Vegetarian Tofu Tacos
Who says you need beef to have a dang good taco? Crumbled, extra firm tofu gets golden and crispy in the pan, then joins forces with Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix for a vegetarian take on our classic beef taco recipe. Looks like there’s a new sheriff in taco town.
Ingredient List
- 1 package (14 oz) extra firm tofu, drained
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
- 1 box (4.7 oz) Old El Paso™ Stand 'n Stuff™ Taco Shells (10 Count), heated as directed on package
Preparation
Pat the tofu dry with paper towels and crumble it to resemble ground beef.
In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning and 1 cup water; cook until most of the liquid is absorbed, 5 to 7 minutes.
Divide tofu among the heated shells and serve with toppings of choice.
Expert Tips
This recipe has been developed vegetarian. Always read labels on product packaging to make sure each recipe ingredient is vegetarian. Products and ingredient sources can change.
- Make easy vegetarian tacos with crumbled tofu and Old El Paso™ Taco Seasoning. A flavorful, meatless twist on classic beef tacos for taco night.
Round up some shredded cheddar, lettuce, diced tomato, and sour cream, then pile ’em high on your tofu tacos.
Here’s a mighty fine trick: Grate the tofu instead of crumbling it for a pulled-chicken look.
Give your tofu some extra get-up-and-go by adding a can of Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles.
Nutrition
- 2 Tacos Calories 220 (Calories from Fat 100); Total Fat 11g (Saturated Fat 3 1/2g ,Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 390mg; Potassium 105mg; Total Carbohydrate 21g (Dietary Fiber 2g ,Sugars 0g); Protein 10g
- % Daily Value: Vitamin A 0%; Vitamin C 0%; Calcium 25%; Iron 15%
- Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Very Lean Meat; 2 Fat
- Carbohydrate Choice: 1 1/2
