Tex-Mex Fajitas Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Fajitas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14-oz.) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces*; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 7 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided; 1/2 medium-size sweet onion, thinly sliced; 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1/2 cup chunky salsa; 2 teaspoons cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon salt; 8 (6-inch) fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed

Servings: persons

1 (14-oz.) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces*
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
7 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
1/2 medium-size sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup chunky salsa
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
8 (6-inch) fajita-size flour tortillas, warmed

1
Sprinkle tofu with cumin and chili powder; gently toss to coat all sides.
2
Cook half of tofu in 3 tsp. hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat 5 minutes on each side. Remove tofu, and keep warm. Repeat procedure with 3 tsp. oil and remaining tofu.
3
Saute sliced onion and bell pepper in remaining 1 tsp. hot oil in skillet over medium-high heat 2 minutes or until tender. Stir in salsa, vinegar, and salt; cook 2 minutes. Pour mixture over tofu. Remove from heat. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
4
*1 lb. chopped cooked chicken breasts may be substituted for tofu. Cook 7 minutes, stirring often.
5
Note: We tested with Nasoya Extra Firm Tofu and Pace Chunky Salsa.
6
Note: Nutritional analysis is per fajita, not including toppings.

823

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14-oz.) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick pieces*, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 7 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Fajitas falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Tex-Mex Fajitas

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