Easy Tofu Fajitas (Vegan)

Tofu fajitas are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional chicken or beef fajitas. This protein-packed and filling meal is perfect for those looking to incorporate more plant-based options into their diet and is especially great for these busy weekdays.

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• What are Fajitas?
• Our Tofu Fajitas are:
• How to make Tofu Fajitas
• Variations to our Tofu Fajitas
• Serving Suggestions
• FAQ and Tips
• Easy Tofu Fajitas
• MORE YUMMY TEX-MEX AND MEXICAN RECIPES:

What are Fajitas?

Fajitas are a popular Mexican (Tex-Mex) dish that traditionally consists of grilled meat (usually chicken, beef, or shrimp), sautéed onions, and peppers served on a warm tortilla with a variety of toppings such as avocado, salsa, sour cream, and cheese. This recipe is our vegan take on the traditional fajitas, made with tofu, loads of veggies, and homemade spice seasoning.

How to make Vegan Fajitas?

Making this Mexican dish vegan is quite simple. All you need to do is substitute the meat for a plant-based protein such as tofu, seitan, tempeh, or other meat alternatives that you can find in supermarkets.

Then for the toppings, you can use vegan cheese, or simply leave the cheese out, and vegan sour cream or vegan yogurt. The rest of the ingredients and toppings to make fajitas are naturally vegan.

What are the best tortillas to make Fajitas?

When it comes to choosing the best tortillas for fajitas, it depends on your personal preference or dietary restrictions. Here are some options:

• Flour tortillas: Soft and pliable, these are ideal for wrapping around your fajita filling. They come in both white tortillas and whole-wheat tortillas, and many people find them to be the most traditional option for fajitas. This is our favorite option as they are easy to find and work great.
• Corn tortillas: Made from ground corn, these have a slightly rougher, denser texture, and a more pronounced corn flavor. They are a great gluten-free alternative to flour tortillas.
• Low-carb tortillas: For those watching their carbohydrate intake, low-carb tortillas are available in various varieties, including almond flour, coconut flour, or a mix of nutrient-dense seeds and fibers.
• Homemade tortillas. This would be your healthiest option as store-bought tortillas tend to have many additives that your homemade tortillas won't have. We especially love these lentil wraps that you can make with red lentils.

No matter which tortilla option you choose, be sure to warm them gently before assembling your fajitas. This will make them more pliable and enhance their flavor.

Our Tofu Fajitas are:

• Vegan
• Healthy
• Easy to make
• Quick to prepare
• Family-friendly
• Mexican-style recipe
• A family-favorite

How to make Tofu Fajitas

Ingredients

Tofu. The star ingredient of tofu fajitas is, of course, the tofu itself. We recommend using extra firm tofu for the best texture and consistency in your fajitas. To prepare the tofu, press it for a few minutes to remove excess moisture, then slice it into strips. Our recipe doesn't involve marinating the tofu before cooking it, which makes the whole cooking process easier.

Fresh veggies. Many fajitas recipes simply use onion and bell peppers, which traditionally is how fajitas are served. At home, we like including other veggies such as carrots, mushrooms, and tomatoes. Carrots and mushrooms are our kid's favorite veggies so we make sure to include them so he will more likely happily eat the fajitas. We use white onion and red and green bell peppers. You can use red onion too, and another type of pepper such as long Italian red peppers, or yellow bell peppers. You can use any other veggie of your choice such as broccoli, green beans, zucchini, etc.

Fajita seasoning. We recommend making your own fajita seasoning at home for the best taste and control over the ingredients. Our fajita seasoning includes cumin powder, coriander powder, smoked sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and sugar. Other spices you could include are red chili powder, for a spicy touch, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, etc. You can as well, get a store-bought fajita seasoning, or use taco seasoning if you have that already at home.

Fresh Coriander. We like adding some fresh cilantro or coriander right before serving. You can use other fresh herbs such as parsley or basil.

Tortillas. For this recipe, we use medium size flour tortillas. They come in both white and whole wheat varieties, and many people find them to be the most traditional option for fajitas. This is our favorite option as they are easy to find and work great. We like buying small tortillas as well, they are easy to heat and prepare.

Step-by-Step Method

1. Slice the red bell pepper, green pepper, onion, carrot, and mushrooms. Finely grate a fresh tomato, so you have tomato purée. Remove the excess water from the tofu and cut it into thin strips.
2. Add some vegetable oil to a large skillet pan to medium heat and when hot, add the sliced veggies. For this part, you can use a non-stick pan, or frying pan too. Cook until the onion starts to soften and the veggies start to slightly brown.
3. Add the homemade fajita seasoning. To prepare it, you simply need to combine cumin and coriander powder, sweet smoked paprika, onion and garlic powder, and sugar. Combine well, and add a little water if needed to deglaze the pan.
4. Make some space for the tofu, and add the tofu strips. Cook for a few minutes, the add the fresh tomato pure and keep cooking. Make sure the tofu is touching the skillet pan so it cooks well.
5. Heat some tortillas. We use a griddle pan for that, but you can use the oven, microwave, or a regular pan. You don't need to add any oil.
6. Serve the tofu fajitas. We recommend serving the pan with the rest of the toppings and the warm tortillas on the side so people can customize their fajitas.

Variations to our Tofu Fajitas

Bake. To prepare a fajita sheet pan all you have to do is place all the sliced veggies and tofu strips in an oven pan. Combine some olive oil with the fajita seasoning, creating a marinade, and add to the pan. Combine well to make sure everything is evenly coated and bake for about 25 minutes at 210C (420F). Make sure you stir everything halfway, to ensure that everything is cooking evenly.

Make it vegetarian. You can make this recipe vegetarian by adding some shredded cheese and sour cream to your fajita.

Change the plant-based protein. When we are not using tofu, we use heura. A meat alternative made in Spain. Other options would be seitan, tempeh, or including more mushrooms.

Add some spice. We keep this recipe mild so the whole family can enjoy it, but if you want to add some heat, you can simply add chili powder, chili flakes or smoked paprika to the seasoning mix.

Serving Suggestions

When it comes to enjoying tofu fajitas, having the right side dishes and toppings can elevate your meal to new levels.

Toppings

• Guacamole: A creamy and delicious topping made from ripe avocados, lime juice, and seasonings. You can as well, simply serve some mashed avocado on the side.
• Salsa: Choose from mild, medium, or hot salsa to add an extra kick to your fajitas. We love Valentina hot sauce.
• Vegan cream. A dollop of vegan yogurt adds a cooling and creamy element to balance the spiciness of the fajitas.
• Vegan cheese: Sprinkle a bit of vegan cheese on your fajitas for added flavor and to make them more filling.
• Chopped cilantro: This herb brings a fresh and flavorful touch to your tofu fajitas.
• Pico de gallo. Another great topping for your fajitas. Check out this refreshing Mango Pico de Gallo.
• Jalapeños. You can get jarred jalapeños which are sweeter and add some heat. These are a great addition to your fajita recipes.
• Sweet corn. We love adding some sweet corn. Our kids love it so this is a topping we cannot miss at home.

Rice

A traditional side dish for fajitas is Spanish or Mexican rice. It complements the flavors of the tofu fajitas and provides a more filling meal. You can make your own rice by sautéing onions, garlic, and diced tomatoes in a bit of oil, then adding long-grain rice and cooking in a mixture of vegetable broth and tomato sauce. Alternatively, you can also serve tofu fajitas with brown rice or cilantro lime rice for a healthier option.

Beans

Another popular side dish to serve with tofu fajitas is beans. You can choose from a variety of beans, such as black beans, pinto beans, or refried beans. Not only do beans provide protein and fiber, but they also add a delicious and hearty element to the meal.

Store and Reheat

If you have leftovers, you can keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. When you want to eat them, simply heat them using a microwave or a pan and heat a tortilla.

Other lovely dishes you can make with leftover fajita veggies is a burrito bowl, or serve them with some Mexican rice. As well, you could use the vegetable and tofu fajitas mixture to add on top of your loaded nachos.

You can keep the tortillas in an airtight container at room temperature for a week or more, depending on the type of tortillas.

Meal prep

This recipe is great for meal prep, as you can leave the fajita vegetables and tofu cooked and all you have to do when you are ready to enjoy the meal is to heat a tortilla and assemble the fajita with your favorite toppings.

FAQ and Tips

If you tried our recipe, please leave a comment or tag us on Instagram @Sixhungryfeet. We are always happy to see your creations!

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