Crispy Tofu Smash Tacos with Silken Tofu Creamy Chipotle Sauce

Name: Crispy Tofu Smash Tacos with Silken Tofu Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 block of firm tofu (I use Soykei), well-drained (450 g / 16 oz); 8 small wheat or corn tortillas; 1 tbsp flour; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 0.5 tsp cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Olive oil, for cooking; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 0.5 cup white wine vinegar; 0.5 cup hot water; 1 tsp sugar; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 block silken tofu (I use Soykei); Zest and juice of 1 lime; 0.5 red chili pepper or ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tbsp chipotle sauce (I use Cholula); 1 small garlic clove, roughly chopped; 1 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.5 cucumber, julienned; 0.5 cup fresh cilantro; 1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced on a mandoline; Lime wedges

By Dominic Lamirande

AJOUTER UN COMMENTAIRE

Preparation 20 min Cooking 15 min Total 35 min Level Facile

Crispy Tofu Smash Tacos with Silken Tofu Creamy Chipotle Sauce

The kind of recipe that tofu skeptics will absolutely love! It’s impossible to resist this crispy tofu, perfectly smashed and golden-brown right in the tortilla. The real star of the show is the creamy chipotle sauce made with silken tofu: indulgent and naturally high in protein. Topped with homemade tangy pickled red onions, cilantro, and jalapeños, these tacos reinvent plant-based eating. An explosion of textures and flavors in a single bite!

Vegan tacos that will convert tofu skeptics!

I love tofu for its versatility. I was looking for a way to incorporate this protein into a flavor-packed dish to prove that tofu is just as amazing in tacos!

In these crispy vegan tacos, the tofu is “smashed” directly onto the tortilla before being pan-fried until golden. These tacos are fresh, smoky, slightly spicy, and truly satisfying! I top them with homemade pickled red onions, cucumber, cilantro, and a creamy lime-chipotle silken tofu sauce.

This sauce has everything: creamy, spicy, high in protein, and tangy. You can easily use it in other recipes too! It keeps for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

Without even meaning to, these tacos are vegan, lactose/dairy-free, nut/peanut-free, and it’s easy to make them gluten-free! A huge plus if you have to accommodate guests’ food allergies.

Tips for a perfect recipe:

Pat the tofu dry for maximum crispiness: even though it’s firm tofu, take the time to dry it as much as possible with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels before crumbling it.
Crumble the tofu very finely so that it adheres well to the tortilla.
Don’t put too much tofu on the tortilla: a thin layer will get much crisper. This way, it cooks quickly without making the tortilla soggy.
Use a weight to press down: as mentioned, placing a small metal weight (like a burger press or a small saucepan) on the tofu while it cooks on the tortilla guarantees perfect adhesion and a golden-brown crust.
Prep the sauce and pickled onions in advance for a quick and easy dinner.
For a spicier sauce: Add extra chipotle.

Why make this recipe?

Brand-new way to cook tofu: f you always make the same old tofu stir-fries, this “smash” method completely changes the game. A wonderful dose of excitement for your weeknight meals!
Treat for tofu skeptics: this is the recipe to win over the most resistant tofu critics. The tofu gets so crispy and absorbs all the spices.
Creamy, protein-packed sauce: the chipotle sauce uses a silken tofu base to deliver an incredibly creamy texture while boosting your protein intake.
All about texture and freshness: between the crunch of the tortilla and the tofu, the kick of the jalapeño, and the tangy crispness of the pickled onions, every bite is an explosion of Mexican-inspired flavors.
An allergy- and diet-friendly option: Naturally vegan, vegetarian, and free of major allergens (dairy-free, egg-free, peanut-free, and nut-free), this recipe easily adapts to a gluten-free version by using corn tortillas and suitable starch. Everyone can enjoy it!

Crispy Tofu Smash Tacos with Silken Tofu Creamy Chipotle Sauce By Dominic Lamirande

AJOUTER UN COMMENTAIRE

Preparation 20 min Cooking 15 min Total 35 min Level Facile

To start things well

You use:

You cook for:

4 people

Preparation

1. Quick pickled red onions

Mix the vinegar, hot water, sugar, and salt. Add the onion and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2. Creamy chipotle sauce

Blend the silken tofu (using a blender or immersion blender) with the lime juice and zest, chipotle, garlic, olive oil, and salt until smooth. Adjust the consistency with a little water if needed.

3. Tofu

Crumble the firm tofu very finely. Add the flour, cornstarch, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

4. Smash tacos

Heat a pan with a little oil over medium-high heat. Place about 2 to 3 tbsp of the tofu mixture onto a tortilla. Press down firmly with a spatula to form a thin layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on the tofu side until the tofu is very crispy—I like to place a small metal weight on top to make sure the tofu adheres well to the tortilla. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the tortilla is golden brown.

5. Assembly and garnish

Top each taco with the creamy chipotle sauce, pickled onions, cucumber, jalapeño slices (optional), and fresh cilantro. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Nutritional information For 2 tacos