Name: Delectable Tofu Fajitas Fiesta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 4 persons.
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; 14-ounce block Extra Firm Tofu, pressed; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Onion Powder; 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 medium Yellow Onion, sliced into thin strips; 1 medium Green Bell Pepper, sliced into thin strips; 1 medium Red Bell Pepper, sliced into thin strips; 4 medium Flour Tortillas

Delectable Tofu Fajitas Fiesta on a plate - top view

Craving some Tex-Mex? Delight your taste buds with our Delectable Tofu Fajitas Fiesta!

Made with a plant-based source of protein (tofu), these fajitas are a healthy alternative to classic fajitas - and are perfect for Meatless Monday. And they're bursting with flavor from the spices. No bland tofu here!

Besides being high in protein, these fajitas are also high in fiber. And they're excellent sources of iron and calcium. Who says yummy food can't be good for you too?

Serve with Roasted Tomato Salsa.

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Baking Sheet

Chef's Knife

Cutting Board

Large Nonstick Pan

Oven

Parchment Paper

Small Mixing Bowl

Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons

Tofu Press

Tongs

What makes a fajita?

What makes a fajita is meat (traditionally steak) cooked with bell peppers and onions. In our case, we used a plant-based protein source (tofu) instead of meat.

How many calories are in tofu fajitas?

There are 280 calories in one serving of tofu fajitas.

Are tofu fajitas high in fat?

Tofu fajitas contain a moderate amount of fat.

Is tofu OK on low-carb diet?

Yes, tofu is OK on a low-carb diet. Half a cup of tofu contains only 1.9 grams of net carbs.

Author: Chigoziri Nwachuku

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Time & Serves

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

13 mins

Total Time

28 mins

Serves

4 persons.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Olive Oil
14-ounce block Extra Firm Tofu, pressed
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 medium Yellow Onion, sliced into thin strips
1 medium Green Bell Pepper, sliced into thin strips
1 medium Red Bell Pepper, sliced into thin strips
4 medium Flour Tortillas

Instructions

To a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the tofu and fry for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.

To a small bowl, add cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper. Mix well.

Add the seasoning mixture to the tofu, along with one tablespoon of water. Stir until mixed well.

Stir-fried tofu topping with seasoning mix in a large frying pan

Add the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the tofu. Cook for 5 minutes. If your pan starts to dry out while cooking the vegetables, add one tablespoon of water.