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Smoky Tofu Black Bean Plant-Based Protein Tacos

These simple, smoky plant-based tacos combine crumbled tofu and black beans with Mexican spices and salsa. The oil-free vegan recipe uses the broiler to add extra flavor. This is the perfect recipe for a weeknight family meal!
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Entree
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Healthy, Mexican, Oil-Free, Plant-Based, Vegan, Vegetarian, wfpb
Keyword: beans, black bean, easy, healthy, heart-healthy, kid-friendly, low-fat, Mexican, oil-free, plant-based, protein, taco, tofu, vegan, vegetarian, weeknight, wfpb
Servings: 4
Calories: 236kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 16-ounce package extra firm tofu
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried chipotle flake
  • 1 14-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup prepared salsa mild or medium, to your taste
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
  • 12 small corn or whole grain tortillas, extra salsa, guacamole, sliced radish, etc For Serving

Instructions

  • Preheat a medium 8-inch cast-iron pan over medium heat. Turn your broiler on to "Hi".
  • Drain the tofu and place in a medium bowl. Use your hands to crumble the tofu.
  • Once your pan is preheated, add the tofu mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring every few minutes, until most of the moisture is gone. The bottom of the pan should be dry.
  • Add the spices (the cumin, chili powder, garlic, onion, and chipotle flake). Cook for 30-60 seconds, until aromatic.
  • Add the canned beans, salsa, and nutritional yeast. Stir well to combine. Cook until hot, 1-2 minutes.
  • Place the whole pan under the broiler, on the top rack, about 2 inches from the flame. Broil for 2-3 minutes, remove from the oven, stir, and broil another 2-3 minutes. Repeat this a few times, until the mixture is slightly charred all over and smoky. It usually takes me 4 times under the broiler to achieve this.
  • Meanwhile, if you're enjoying with tortillas, you can wrap them in foil and place them on a lower rack of your oven, to heat while the tofu broils.
  • When ready to serve, enjoy the tofu black bean taco mixture with warm tortillas, extra salsa, guacamole, radishes, or whatever other toppings you enjoy.