Chipotle Infused Tofu Napoleon Recipe

Name: Chipotle Infused Tofu Napoleon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: -1 lb tofu, firm; -4-5 (or more if you are adventurous) chipotle peppers, whole and dried; -5 cups vegetable stock; -2 whole. fresh avocados, sliced thin and sprinkled with lime juice; -1 pkg. phyllo dough; -2 cups melted butter/margarine; -2 tsp cayenne powder; -1 tsp garlic powder; -2 cups Pico de Gallo (1 cup small dice tomato, 1 cup small dice red onion, 2 ea very fine dice fresh jalapeno. juice of 3 lemons, 1/2 bunch finely chopped cilantro, salt and pepper to taste); Best if it sits over night.; -soy creme fraiche; -1 medium sliced japanese cucumber; 4 limes

Servings: persons

-1 lb tofu, firm
-4-5 (or more if you are adventurous) chipotle peppers, whole and dried
-5 cups vegetable stock
-2 whole. fresh avocados, sliced thin and sprinkled with lime juice
-1 pkg. phyllo dough
-2 cups melted butter/margarine
-2 tsp cayenne powder
-1 tsp garlic powder
-2 cups Pico de Gallo (1 cup small dice tomato, 1 cup small dice red onion, 2 ea very fine dice fresh jalapeno. juice of 3 lemons, 1/2 bunch finely chopped cilantro, salt and pepper to taste)
Best if it sits over night.
-soy creme fraiche
-1 medium sliced japanese cucumber
4 limes

1
To prepare Phyllo Squares:
2
Melt Butter/margarine, stir in thoroughly cayenne and garlic powder
3
lay out phyllo dough on flat surface. Follow instructions on package for preparing the phyllo, brushing between each layer with the cayenne/garlic melted butter. You want thich Phyllo, layer it up! Before baking, cut into 5 inch squares and slightly separate the squares.
4
Bake according to pkg directions.
5
Set aside and cool.
6
Reconstitute peppers in hot stock. Remove from liquid and reserve liquid, remove ribs and seeds and mash to a paste.
7
Heat 3 cups of stock to boiling, add pepper paste. Reduce by half. Season with salt and pepper and garlic pwder to taste. Cool completely.
8
Drain tofu, squeeze out all excess liquid very thoroughly, pat dry. Cut into big triangles, 1 in thick. Marinate overnight in chipotle sauce.
9
Take 2 cups of soy creme fraiche, add juice of 2 limes, and 1/4 mashed avocado. Add salt and pepper to taste and reserve lime juice for extra tang.
10
Saute or grill tofu till slightly crispy on the outside.
11
Layer Cayenne Phyllo squares, dollop of lime avocado sauce,
12
Chili crusted tofu triagle at an angle on the square, 2 slices cucumber, 1 thin slice of avocado, sprinkle of the Picoand a drizzle more of the lime/avocado sauce, the repeat entire stack 1 more time.
13
Drizzle plate with the avocado lime sauce, liberally, sprinkle with pico de gallo, and place napoleon in center. Place a small stack of pico on top and drizzle with sauce and serve immediately! For extra flair, seve with fresh mint mojitos!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: -1 lb tofu, firm, -4-5 (or more if you are adventurous) chipotle peppers, whole and dried, -5 cups vegetable stock, -2 whole. fresh avocados, sliced thin and sprinkled with lime juice, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Infused Tofu Napoleon falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chipotle Infused Tofu Napoleon

Tips for the best results

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