Chipotle Sofritas Recipe

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Chipotle copycat Sofritas recipe is a great meat alternative made of spiced tofu. Perfect for burritos, tacos, quesadillas and more!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Dinner, lunch

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings:

Author: Kellie

Cost: $10

1 green bell pepper seeded and quartered
2 chipotle peppers canned in adobo sauce, 1 pepper for medium mild, add 3 for super spicy
3 tablespoons adobo sauce
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 16 ounce package extra firm tofu, pressed and cut into 8 slices

Add the bell pepper, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tomato paste, garlic, apple cider vinegar, cumin, paprika, ancho chili powder, dried oregano, salt, pepper and canola oil to the bowl of a food processor.
Process the mixture until it is well combined and almost smooth.

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
Working in batches, place the tofu in the pan and cook until golden brown, approximately 5-6 minutes. Flip and cook on the opposite side until golden. Remove from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Place the tofu in a shallow dish with the sofritas sauce and marinade for 15-20 minutes.
Heat the skillet over medium high heat and add the tofu with the sofritas sauce.
Using a wooden spoon or spatula, bread the tofu up into pieces mixing well with the sauce. (If the sauce seems thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency)
Cook for 5-6 minutes.
Serve immediately over rice or in a tortilla with your favorite toppings.

Sofritas can be made up to 2 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

Reheat in a skillet or in the microwave until warmed through.