Vegetarian Sloppy Joes Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen Tater Tots (about 5 cups); 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 14 -ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained; 2/3 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 carrot, chopped; 4 hamburger buns, split; 4 slices white cheddar cheese; Bread-and-butter pickles, for topping

Servings: persons

1 pound frozen Tater Tots (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 14 -ounce package extra-firm tofu, drained
2/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup chili sauce (such as Heinz)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
4 hamburger buns, split
4 slices white cheddar cheese
Bread-and-butter pickles, for topping

1
Preheat the oven and bake the Tater Tots as the label directs.
2
Toss with 1/2 teaspoon chili powder and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; season with salt and pepper.
3
Meanwhile, crumble the tofu on a paper towel-lined plate.
4
Mix the ketchup and chili sauce in a bowl.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Add the onion, celery, carrot and a pinch of salt.
8
Cook, stirring, 3 minutes.
9
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
10
Cook, stirring, 1 minute.
11
Add the tofu, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
12
Cook, stirring, 3 minutes.
13
Add 3/4 cup of the ketchup sauce and 1/3 cup water; simmer until thickened, 2 minutes.
14
Place the bottom buns on a baking sheet.
15
Top with the tofu mixture, the remaining ketchup sauce and the cheese.
16
Bake until the cheese melts, 3 minutes.
17
Add the pickles and top buns.
18
Serve with the Tater Tots.
19
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

416

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* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound frozen Tater Tots (about 5 cups), 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Sloppy Joes 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.

Vegetarian Sloppy Joes

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