Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 large potatoes (1 pound)
- 1 block firm tofu (14 ounces)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup soy chorizo (4 ounces)
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Cook the potatoes in a pot of boiling water for 10-15 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Crumble the tofu into small pieces. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the tofu. Cook until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and soy chorizo to the skillet. Cook until the onion is translucent and the chorizo is heated through.
- Stir in the black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Heat the tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle until warm.
- Fill the tortillas with the potato-chorizo mixture and top with additional cilantro, onion, or your favorite toppings.
Nutritional Information:
Per taco (with 1/8 of the filling):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g (saturated 1g)
- Carbohydrates: 35g (fiber 5g, sugar 5g)
- Protein: 12g
- Sodium: 350mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Vegan and vegetarian-friendly
- Protein-packed and filling
- Flavored with authentic Mexican spices
- Customizable with various toppings
User Comments:
- "These tacos are so delicious and filling! I love the combination of textures and flavors."
- "I've never had a vegan taco I enjoyed this much before. It's a game-changer."
- "The potato-chorizo filling is packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making these again."
- "The tacos are easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal."
- "I highly recommend trying these tacos if you're looking for a healthy and flavorful vegan option."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a spicier taco, add more soy chorizo or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you don't have soy chorizo, you can substitute ground beef or turkey.
- To make the tacos gluten-free, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.