Crispy Carolina BBQ Tofu Tacos
with green chili slaw and crispy jalapeños
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Cook Within: 7 days
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Spice Level: Spicy
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
Chef
David Padilla
Spicy, crispy, sweet BBQ delicious… tofu? Yup, that soft white soybean powerhouse that lands somewhere between egg white and cheese gets its due here, fried until the outside is a perfect crisp. But the thing to write home about this one is the spicy: both the slaw with the green chili aioli and the crispy jalapeños at the end. You may not have thought of tofu as “flame” before, but you will after this meal.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 2 Green Onions
- 4 oz. Slaw Mix
- 3 Tbsp. Cornstarch
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2 fl. oz. Golden BBQ Sauce
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½ fl. oz. Green Chili Aioli
- 2 tsp. BBQ Spice Rub
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6 Small Flour Tortillas
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½ oz. Crispy Jalapeños
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12 oz. Extra Firm Tofu
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1 oz. Queso Fresco
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories849
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Carbohydrates80g
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Fat49g
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Protein26g
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Sodium1408mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 2 Mixing Bowls
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
Customize It Instructions
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Meat lovers! If using proteins, pat dry and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. (If using mahi-mahi, cut into 1" pieces.). If using chicken, skip pressing and tossing with cornstarch steps and follow same instructions as tofu in Step 3, stirring occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. Toss with seasoning rub. If using mahi-mahi, skip pressing, but toss with cornstarch and follow same instruction as tofu in Step 3, stirring occasionally until mahi-mahi reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 5-7 minutes. Remove to towel-lined plate and season with seasoning rub.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Line a plate with a paper towel. Cut tofu into 1" dice and place on towel-lined plate. Top with paper towels, then press gently but firmly to remove excess moisture. Set aside, 5 minutes. While tofu sits, trim and thinly slice white portions of green onions. Slice remaining green onions on an angle. Keep white and green portions separate.
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2 Make the Green Chili Slaw
In a mixing bowl, combine slaw mix, green chili aioli, white portions of green onions, 1 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
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3 Cook the Tofu
In another mixing bowl, toss tofu with cornstarch and a pinch of salt and pepper. Line another plate with a paper towel. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 3 Tbsp. olive oil. Add tofu to hot pan and stir occasionally until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Remove tofu to towel-lined plate and season with seasoning rub.
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4 Warm the Tortillas
Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave until warm, 30 seconds.
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5 Finish the Dish
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, filling tortillas with tofu, green chili slaw (to taste - slaw will be spicy!), BBQ sauce, green portions of green onions, crispy jalapeños (to taste), and cheese. Bon appétit!
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