Express
Blackened Tofu Tacos
with cabbage slaw and guacamole
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat, Soy
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesVegetarian

Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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- 6 oz. Mixed Diced Peppers
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- 3 oz. Shredded Red Cabbage
- 1 Lime
- 2 oz. Pico de Gallo Guacamole
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- 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
- ¼ oz. Cilantro
- 2 tsp. Blackening Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories580
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Carbohydrates63g
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Net Carbs53g
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Fat28g
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Protein24g
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Sodium1520mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
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1 Prepare the Tofu
Drain tofu. Line a plate with paper towels. Cut tofu into 1" dice and place on towel-lined plate. Top with paper towels, then press gently but firmly to remove excess moisture.
Add tofu, cornstarch, blackening seasoning, and 1/4 tsp. salt to a mixing bowl. Gently toss until coated. -
2 Cook the Filling
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Let oil heat, 1 minute.
After 1 minute, add bell peppers and tofu to hot pan and stir occasionally until peppers are tender and tofu is lightly golden, 6-8 minutes.Don't rush cooking the tofu; it will need the complete cooking time for the correct texture.Remove from burner. Season with a pinch of salt.While filling cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Make the Slaw
Halve lime. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.
Stem cilantro and tear leaves.In another mixing bowl, combine cabbage, 1 Tbsp. lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside. -
4 Warm Tortillas and Finish Dish
Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave until warm, 30-60 seconds.
If tortillas come folded, keep folded.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, filling tortillas with slaw and filling and topping with a dollop of sour cream and guacamole. Squeeze lime wedges over to taste. Bon appétit!
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