Meal Kit
Crispy Tofu Tacos
with Sriracha-mayonnaise and queso fresco
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 7 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat, Soy
- Vegetarian
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Chef
Nigel Palmer
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Extra Firm Tofu
- 6 Small Flour Tortillas
- 3 oz. Shredded Red Cabbage
- 1 Lime
- 1½ oz. Queso Fresco
- 1½ oz. Mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp. Cornstarch
- 2 tsp. Sriracha
- ¼ oz. Cilantro
- 2 tsp. Taco Seasoning
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories880
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Carbohydrates61g
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Net Carbs54g
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Fat57g
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Protein27g
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Sodium1200mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 3 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 Ingredients and Pickle Cabbage
Zest lime, halve, and juice.
Crumble queso fresco, if necessary.Mince cilantro (no need to stem).Thoroughly combine red cabbage, lime juice, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a mixing bowl. Set aside at least 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes. -
2 Prepare the Tofu
Line a plate with paper towels.
Cut tofu into 1/2" dice. Place tofu on towel-lined plate and top with more towels. Press firmly, but gently to remove excess liquid.Place cornstarch in another mixing bowl. Add tofu to bowl and gently toss to coat thoroughly. -
3 Make the Sriracha-Mayonnaise
In another mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, half the Sriracha, and 1/4 tsp. lime zest. Taste, and add more Sriracha if desired. Set aside.
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4 Fry the Tofu
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 3 Tbsp. olive oil. Add tofu to hot pan and stir occasionally until golden brown, 6-8 minutes.
While tofu cooks, wipe mixing bowl clean. Transfer cooked tofu to cleaned mixing bowl and toss with taco seasoning. -
5 Finish the Dish
Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave, 30 seconds.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, filling tortillas with crispy tofu, pickled cabbage, and queso fresco. Garnish with cilantro and Sriracha-mayonnaise (to taste). Bon appétit!
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