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tofu tacos in a taco stand
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Tofu Taco Meat

These tofu tacos with homemade tofu taco meat are a delicious meatless meal ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Tofu Recipes
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: tofu tacos
Servings: 4
Author: Joy Shull

Ingredients

  • Soft or hard taco shells for serving

For the tofu taco meat

  • 14 oz extra firm tofu drained and patted dry (no need to press it)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 packet 1 oz taco seasoning

Topping ideas

  • sour cream
  • cilantro
  • tomatoes
  • pice de gallo
  • salsa
  • avocado slices
  • guacamole
  • fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • Heat the oil and soy sauce in a large skillet
  • Use your hands to crumble the tofu into the skillet. Leave some larger pieces for texture. 
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning packet over the tofu
  • Saute on medium heat for 15-20 minutes, until browned and crispy on the edges. Let the tofu sit in 2-3 minute increments throughout the cookstime without stirring in order for it to brown. 
  • Serve on soft taco shells with veggies and toppings of choice

Nutrition

Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 334mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg