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Sofritas – Copycat Chipotle

A smoky and spicy tofu dish simmered in a rich chipotle-tomato sauce, perfect for tacos, bowls, or burritos.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican - Inspired
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu Base:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 14 oz firm tofu pressed and crumbled
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
For the Sauce:
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo minced
  • 1 tbsp adobo sauce from the can
  • 1 red bell pepper roasted or sautéed
  • 1 medium tomato diced (or ½ cup canned)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup or sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
Optional Toppings:
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Sliced avocado
  • Lime wedges
  • Pickled jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a skillet, crumble in tofu, and cook until golden. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic, then stir in chipotle, adobo, roasted pepper, tomato, and spices. Cook until fragrant.
  3. Blend the mixture with broth until smooth. Return to skillet and stir in tofu.
  4. Simmer for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
  5. Serve hot with cilantro, avocado, or lime wedges.