Copycat Chipotle Sofritas

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Servings

Calories 161kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

For Base:

1 12-16 oz package extra firm tofu drained and pressed (do not use medium or soft/silken tofus for this recipe)
1 - 2 Tbsp olive oil or grapeseed, canola, avocado oil
½ Medium yellow onion chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 Tbsp tamari liquid aminos, or soy sauce
4 Cloves garlic minced

For spice mix:

1 Tsp ground cumin
½ Tsp sea salt
1 Tsp dried oregano
1 Tsp smoked paprika or sweet paprika
1 Tsp chili powder depends on heat preference

For Chipotle Adobo Sauce:

1 Green bell pepper
3-4 Small chipotle peppers canned in adobo sauce (depends on heat preference)
2-3 Tbsp chipotle adobo sauce
¼ - ½ cup water or low-sodium vegetable broth or ¼ - ½ cup warm water with 1/2 Bouillon cube
3 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice wine vinegar either doesn’t matter, just don’t use balsamic

Instructions

For the tofu base:

Drain the tofu and press between a tofu press for 20-30 minutes (or overnight) OR wrap in paper towels/ dish towel with a heavy object on top (such as a filled kettle, heavy pan) to remove excess liquid
Cut tofu into large cubes and add to a food processor. Pulse to break apart the tofu until crumbled (think tofu scramble texture here!)
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and let cook for 2-3 minutes, then add the tofu, liquid aminos, and spices and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Make the chipotle sauce:

Add chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tomato paste, sugar, salt, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth together in a high-speed blender, stand mixer, or food processor.
If the adobo sauce is too thick, add and blend another 1/4 cup water to thin it out.

Mix it up!

Pour sauce into the pan with the tofu.
Mix tofu and sauce together until the sauce and tofu are fully mixed - 3-4 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer for 10 minutes - this allows the Sofritas to braise for maximum flavor!
Remove from heat and serve immediately!

Notes

This Copycat Chipotle Sofritas recipe is an excellent option for a copycat Chipotle-style burrito or burrito bowl with rice, beans, corn, cilantro, and avocado or guacamole. It will also pair beautifully with fajitas, tacos, salads, nachos, and any dish that boasts Mexican-inspired spices and flavors.
Use only firm or extra-firm tofu for this copycat Chipotle Sofritas recipe. The softer tofus are more water dense and will not hold the same texture as firm tofus. Firm tofu also tends to brown better in the pan, and better maintains its form.

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