Most of you would totally click out of this recipe as soon as you saw the word TOFU, but hear me out. Yes, we are a mostly plant-based home, but listen, MEAT IS EXPENSIVE. Yes ma'am it is. You are looking at $7 dollars or more for one pound of ground beef where as tofu is a couple of dollars a block and this recipe alone make 12 tacos!
The reason this works is because tofu is a flavorless sponge. It tastes like whatever you season it with. This along with a few simple techniques that I will share in this post and this PERFECT TACO recipe will give that "meaty" texture you love. These Perfect Tofu Tacos are so flavorful I dare say that if you didn't know you wouldn't know. My family absolutely loves them. I can't wait to share them with you. Here is how I make it.
TIPS FOR THIS RECIPE:
Q: How do a get the tofu to feel like meat?
A: I have a few simple suggestions to help you get the best texture for your tofu tacos. First of all you will want to buy the firmest tofu you can. I personally recommend the SUPER FIRM block. You don't have to press this one and it eliminates a step. Next, when you get home from the store pop the tofu in the freezer. Thaw it out the day you want to use it. I don't know the scientific specifics of this, but someone freezing your tofu changes the texture and gives you this amazing meaty feel to it.
Q: What if I can't find Gravy Master?
A: You can use Kitchen Bouquet or omit it all together. It is mostly for color and deepen the "meaty" flavor.
Q: My store doesn't have super firm tofu. What can I use instead?
A: Just get the firmest tofu you can. If you can't find the super firm you will need to press as listed in the recipe card.
Q: Do I have to buy organic tofu?
A: I STRONGLY recommend buying organic anytime you are using soy products.
Q: I don't have liquid smoke. What can I replace it with?
A: You can use 1 tsp of smoked paprika here or omit it. This just adds to the umami flavor. They will be just as delicious without it.
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