TOFU CHORIZO

PREPARATION

1. Cut the tofu into 8 slabs and lay them in a single layer on top of paper towels. Cover with another layer of paper towels. Use your palms to press down hard on the tofu to extract as much moisture as possible. (Don’t worry if tofu breaks or crumbles.) Optional: Cover the tofu with a towel and put something heavy on top for 5-10 minutes to extract as much moisture as possible. 
2. In a medium bowl, tear the tofu into small pieces. Stir in the vinegar, water, and minced garlic.
3. Cut open the chilies; discard the stems and seeds. Cut the chilies into ½-inch pieces and place them in a food processor or a blender along with the chili powder, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, coriander and cloves. Blend until finely ground.
4. Stir the spice mixture into the tofu until well incorporated.
5. Heat a large (dry) skillet over medium heat; pour in the olive oil. Once it shimmers, stir in the tofu chorizo and cook, stirring, until the mixture darkens, about 5-10 minutes.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING

Calories 120, Total Fat 7g, Carbohydrates 3g, Fiber 7g, Protein 8g, Sodium 390mg, Cholesterol 0mg.

SOURCE (OR ADAPTED FROM)

Adapted from: www.washingtonpost.com/recipes

Recipe modified by CHOICES Nutrition Education Program