Tofu Taco Bake

Prep time: 15 mins

Cook time: 1 hr

Serves: 6

“Air-frying grated tofu gives it a unique texture that’s reminiscent of minced meat,” says recipe developer Zena Kamgaing, who created this vegan Tofu Taco Bake. “This comforting dish harnesses that quality to make a chipotle-spiked, tomatoey tofu sauce, which is layered between corn tortillas and cheese, then baked to golden perfection.” Serve it with a chunky avocado salsa, cooling yoghurt and salad for the perfect midweek family meal. Looking for more vegan recipes? Look no further.

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients

300g extra-firm tofu, patted dry and grated
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 onion, finely chopped
1 red pepper, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated
1 (400g) tin chopped tomatoes
1 tbsp chipotle paste
9 soft taco wraps
120g vegan cheddar, grated
1 avocado, cut into small chunks
2 large vine tomatoes, deseeded and chopped into small pieces
½ small red onion, finely chopped
10g coriander, leaves and stalks finely chopped
1 lime, juiced, plus extra to taste
6 tbsp plain vegan yoghurt (optional)
240g mixed salad, to serve (optional)

Method

Step 1

Put the grated tofu in a bowl with 1 tbsp oil, the cumin seeds and smoked paprika; season well and toss to coat. Air fry at 180°C for 12-15 mins, or until golden. (Alternatively, fry in a large pan over a medium-high heat.) Remove to a plate and set aside.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil in a medium saucepan. Add the onion and red pepper and fry over a medium-high heat for 5 mins or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min more.

Step 3

Tip in the tinned tomatoes, 200ml water and the chipotle paste; season. Cook, uncovered for 10-15 mins, or until the sauce has thickened. Stir in the tofu and set aside.

Step 4

Line a rectangular baking dish (approx. 27cm x 20cm) with 3 taco wraps, overlapping as needed. Top with a third of the sauce, followed by a third of the cheese. Repeat the layers twice more, so that everything is used up, finishing with a final layer of cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 mins, then remove the foil and cook for a further 10 mins or until bubbling and golden.