Torta de Tofu

Torta de Tofu is a delicious and hearty vegetarian Mexican burger that features marinated and grilled tofu, topped with fresh avocado and spicy chipotle mayo. This vibrant dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, bringing the flavors of Mexico to your table.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2 small, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chipotle sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Press the tofu to remove excess moisture for about 15 minutes, then cut it into 1 cm thick slices.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Coat the tofu slices with the marinade and let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or grill over medium heat and add the marinated tofu slices. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
5. While the tofu is cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly in another skillet or oven.
6. Spread chipotle sauce on the bottom half of each bun, then layer with grilled tofu, sliced avocado, tomato, red onion, and cilantro.
7. Top with the other half of the bun and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber from vegetables and whole foods, promoting digestive health.

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