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Sweet and Sour Tofu Tacos

Sweet and Sour Tofu Tacos: Quick, Delicious Vegan Bliss

These Sweet and Sour Tofu Tacos are quick to prepare, delicious, and a perfect plant-based meal for any day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tofu
  • 1 block Firm Tofu
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch For coating
  • 2-3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Taco Filling
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Pepper Any colors
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil For added flavor
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Taco Shells Your choice
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Green Onions

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Heavy object for pressing tofu

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Press the tofu by wrapping it in a towel and placing a heavy object on top for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Unwrap the tofu and cut it into 1-inch cubes; coat with cornstarch.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry the tofu cubes for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, and sesame oil in a mixing bowl to make the sauce.
  5. Sauté the bell pepper and pineapple in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes, then add the sauce and stir well.
  6. Gently fold the crispy tofu into the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Warm taco shells, fill with the tofu mixture, and top with cabbage and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best taste, assemble tacos just before serving to keep shells crisp.

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