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Plant Based Chilaquiles with Tofu, Corn and Lime
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Plant Based Chilaquiles with Tofu, Corn and Lime

A balanced and zesty plant-based meal inspired by Mexican chilaquiles, with baked pita and tofu instead of eggs—perfect for breakfast or lunch!
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 serves
Calories 463kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large whole wheat pita breads
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 fresh jalapeños sliced
  • 28 oz diced tomatoes 800g
  • 3 tbsp chipotle sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 ½ cups canned corn kernels drained; 425g
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 600 g firm tofu (1 block, crumbled)
  • 2 tsp vegetable stock powder
  • 6 spring onion sliced
  • 1 fresh lime squeezed
  • small handful of coriander chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Brush the pita bread lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Once cool enough to touch, break the pita into shards.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, sliced chili peppers, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir in the crumbled tofu and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, chipotle sauce, water, and vegetable stock powder to the skillet. Stir to combine, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the drained corn kernels and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat. If you prefer a softer texture, stir the pita shards directly into the sauce. Alternatively, keep the pita chips separate and serve them on the side.
  • Place the pita shards onto plates and top with the tofu and tomato sauce mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped cilantro (if using), and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 463kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 551mg | Potassium: 842mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1264IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 311mg | Iron: 8mg