
Jerk Tofu Lettuce Cups
basmati rice, black beans, mango-lime slaw
Jamaican jerk cooking features a rich blend of seasonings—and tofu is the perfect vehicle for enjoying the depth of flavor *without* the high cholesterol. We keep things cool by serving jerk tofu on refreshing lettuce cups, topped with a sweet mango-lime slaw.
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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 tbsp pumpkin spice
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp 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 peppers, trimmed, deseeded and thinly sliced into rings
- 1 head Roma crunch lettuce, trimmed, 6 leaves separated and remaining leaves shredded
- 4 tsp vegetable oil (from your kitchen)
- Salt (from your kitchen)
- Pepper (from your kitchen)
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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 a 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-lime 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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