Spicy Jerk Tofu Lettuce Cups
with Mango-Lime Slaw
Jamaican jerk cooking relies on a rich blend of seasonings for savory depth and spice. Pumpkin pie spice is our secret weapon to recreating the warm flavors of allspice, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Garlic, dried thyme, and hot peppers seal the deal for these jerk tofu lettuce cups. A sweet and tangy slaw with mango chutney and sweet peppers adds a refreshing, crunchy finish to this high protein, high fiber dinner.
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 shallot, peeled and minced
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
- 1/2 cup white basmati rice
- 6 oz organic black beans
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 10 oz organic extra firm tofu, patted dry and torn into bite-size pieces
- 1 tbsp mango chutney
- 1 lime, zested, half juiced and half cut into wedges
- 2 mini sweet pepper, trimmed, deseeded and thinly sliced into rings
- 1 head Roma crunch lettuce, trimmed, 6 leaves separated and remaining leaves shredded
- 4 tsp vegetable oil
- Salt
- Pepper
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INSTRUCTIONS
Heat 1 tsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat in small saucepan. Add shallot and garlic and cook until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in rice, 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt and bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until water is absorbed and grains are tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Stir in black beans and cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, combine just ½ tsp pumpkin spice, just 1 tsp thyme, just ½ tsp chili powder, just ½ tsp red pepper flakes, ½ tsp salt, and 2 tbsp water in medium bowl. Add tofu and toss to coat. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook tofu, tossing occasionally, until browned and fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes.
In medium bowl, whisk together mango chutney, lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Add peppers and shredded lettuce and toss to coat.
Arrange lettuce leaves on serving plates and top with rice and beans, jerk tofu, and mango slaw. Serve with remaining slaw and lime wedges. Enjoy!
For 4-serving meal, double all ingredients. You may need to cook in batches, in larger cooking vessels, or for longer cook times. Follow visual cues in 2-serving recipe.
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