Easy Smoky Tofu Tacos

Step 1

Press and cube the tofu if you haven’t already. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the tofu and toss. Cook until it is golden on some edges. 4-6 mins

Step 2

Add in onion, bell peppers and green chili and add a generous pinch of salt. Cook until the peppers are starting to get golden on most of the edges. 4-5 mins. Keep stirring in between. If the pan is starting to dry up too much then splash of water and continue.

Step 3

Add in all of the spices and rest of the salt and toss well. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes until the tofu and peppers are seared and coated with the spices. Take off the heat and remove from the skillet.

Step 4

Add all of the ingredients of the black beans into the same skillet. Add 1-2  tablespoons of water and cook until the mixture comes to a good boil. 3-4 mins

Step 5

Mash some of the beans and taste and adjust salt and flavor. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

Heat your tortillas on a gas range or toaster oven.

Step 7

Top them with some chopped fresh lettuce or greens of choice. Add a good layer of the black beans. Then add a good helping of tofu.

Step 8

Squeeze some fresh lime juice on top, add  cilantro or pickled jalapenos or salsa of choice. You can also add hot sauce. Then serve.