Low Sugar Pickled Jalapeño Tofu Fajitas with Cilantro Slaw

Total time1 hr 20 min

Prep time30 min

Cook time20 min

Low Sugar Pickled Jalapeño Tofu Fajitas with Cilantro Slaw

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the pickled jalapeños

1 cup white wine vinegar
Napa Valley Naturals Organic White Wine Vinegar, 12.7 fl oz Holland House White Wine Vinegar - 12 Fl. Oz.Bertolli White Wine Vinegar - 16.9 FZ De La Rosa Organic White Wine Vinegar Holland House Organic White Wine Vinegar
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1 cup water
1 tbsp granulated sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tsp kosher salt
4 jalapeños, thinly sliced into rounds

For the tofu

1 block (14 oz) extra-firm tofu
2 tbsp neutral oil, divided
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp kosher salt
1 tbsp soy sauce

For the fajita vegetables

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
½ tsp kosher salt

For the cilantro slaw

2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp neutral oil
¼ tsp kosher salt

For serving

8 flour tortillas (6-inch)
1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
sour cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Make the pickled jalapeños: Combine the white wine vinegar, water, sugar, and 1 tsp kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add the sliced jalapeños, and let them sit in the brine for at least 30 minutes at room temperature until slightly softened and bright green.
2
Press the tofu: Remove the tofu from its packaging and place it on a cutting board lined with several layers of paper towels. Set another layer of paper towels on top, then press firmly with your hands or a heavy skillet for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture. Cut the pressed tofu into strips roughly 3 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.

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