Tasty Tofu Burritos

Tasty tofu burritos
This is more like just putting two and two together, but it could be useful for those who cannot enjoy the Mexican food of Southern California.

What you'll need
Olive oil
Onion and garlic (about 1/2 cup chopped and 3 cloves minced)
1 block of firm tofu, drained
1 can (or 1 cup cooked) of black beans*
Your favorite fresh salsa
Lime
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Taco seasoning
Large whole wheat tortillas
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Guacamole*
Spanish rice* (optional)
Cilantro (optional)
Vegan cheese alternative (optional)


First of all, I wouldn't recommend using store bought taco seasoning because they are generally loaded with preservatives and unnecessary chemicals (or even animal byproducts). It is very easy to make your own: all you need to do is mix chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and pepper. For this recipe you'll need 2 tablespoons of seasoning mix, so the measurements may vary. I don't have a specific recipe for taco seasoning, which means your on your own here (I apologize).

Okay, so begin crumbling the block of tofu by hand in a frying pan with a tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat. Stir it until it gets a little bit of color and then add the onion and garlic with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning. Saute that for 6 minutes. Throw in the black beans with 1/3 cup of salsa, any cheese if you want, and a squirt of lime. Stir for another 2 or 3 minutes and that's pretty much it. This can be served with a side of refried beans and rice, or you can put rice on the inside. Top with cilantro and guacamole (if you like), wrap, and enjoy with hot sauce!

Now, there is a specific way to wrap a burrito, so I will attempt to describe the way I am familiar with: once you have not-too-much tofu mix on a tortilla, first fold the bottom upwards. While holding the fold you just made, grab the right or left side and fold that over the tofu mix. Now comes the tricky part: when you get one side over to the other, you must sort of fold it under the mix and then complete the wrap all in one swift motion. It is very hard to describe in words without the use of a diagram. Perhaps my method is even obsolete, but there is nothing worse in the world than a burrito that either becomes unfolded or bursts out of its tortilla.


* Please refer to past recipes regarding the preparation of Spanish rice, black beans, and guacamole.