Tofu Taco Filling Recipe

Name: Tofu Taco Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb firm tofu, drained; ¼ cup wheat germ; 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce; ½ teaspoon liquid smoke; ¼ cup whole wheat flour; ½ tablespoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon chili powder (to taste); ¼ teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon jalapeno, finely minced (optional); 1 tablespoon oil, for frying; ½ cup onion, minced; ½ cup mushroom, chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely minced; salt, to taste; 6 (7 inch) flour tortillas or 6 (7 inch) corn tortillas

Servings: persons

1 lb firm tofu, drained
¼ cup wheat germ
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
½ teaspoon liquid smoke
¼ cup whole wheat flour
½ tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chili powder (to taste)
¼ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon jalapeno, finely minced (optional)
1 tablespoon oil, for frying
½ cup onion, minced
½ cup mushroom, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely minced
salt, to taste
6 (7 inch) flour tortillas or 6 (7 inch) corn tortillas

1
Drain the tofu and place in a mixing bowl.
2
Mash well using a potato masher.
3
Add all the other ingredients except for the onion, mushrooms, garlic and salt.
4
Stir to combine.
5
Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to marinate.
6
Once the mixture has set for 30 minutes, heat up a saute pan on medium heat and add the oil.
7
Saute the onions, mushrooms and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
8
Increase heat to medium-high; add the tofu mixture.
9
Cook for about 10 minutes or until ingredients are browned, adding more cooking oil if needed.
10
Stir mixture often.
11
Season with salt to taste.
12
Divide and fill steamed tortillas with the tofu mixture.
13
Add your favorite toppings.
14
We like sliced green onions, freshly made red salsa and fresh cilantro!

673

kcal

Calories

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb firm tofu, drained, ¼ cup wheat germ, 1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce, ½ teaspoon liquid smoke, and more.

Yes, Tofu Taco Filling 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tofu Taco Filling

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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