Tofu picadillo using vegetable replacing animal meat❤️quick tofu recipe for dinner

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tempeh offers a nuttier flavor and is higher in protein.

green olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: canned green olives

Canned olives are often less expensive and readily available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is usually more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Drain and press tofu to remove excess moisture for 15-20 minutes.

Crumble tofu into small pieces resembling ground meat.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in green and red bell peppers, cooking until tender, about 5 minutes.

Add crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook until slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.

Mix in diced tomatoes, green olives, and capers, stirring well.

Season with cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Stir in lime juice and fresh coriander just before serving.

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