Description
Chipotle Sofritas is a vibrant, spicy vegan dish featuring crumbled tofu simmered in a rich chipotle and roasted pepper sauce. Inspired by the popular Chipotle restaurant favorite, this homemade version is bursting with smoky, savory flavors and takes just 40 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for tacos, burrito bowls, or salads—this plant-based protein is satisfying, versatile, and easy to make!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 14 oz extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the can)
- 1 roasted red bell pepper (jarred or homemade)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 small onion, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth (plus more if needed)
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Press and Prep Tofu: Drain the tofu and press it for 15–20 minutes using a tofu press or by wrapping it in a clean towel and placing a heavy object on top. This removes excess moisture for a firmer texture.
- Make the Chipotle Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, roasted red bell pepper, garlic, onion, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, and vegetable broth. Blend until completely smooth.
- Crumble and Brown the Tofu: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble the pressed tofu into the skillet using your hands or a fork. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu starts turning golden brown and slightly crispy around the edges.
- Add the Sauce and Simmer: Pour the blended chipotle sauce into the skillet with the cooked tofu. Stir well to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the tofu absorbs the flavors.
- Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm with rice, burrito bowls, tacos, or your favorite salads.
Notes
- For extra texture, pan-sear the tofu a few minutes longer before adding the sauce.
- You can prepare the sauce ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the heat by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers as preferred.
- Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a low-oil version, use a nonstick skillet and reduce or omit the olive oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg