Tacos with Mushrooms and Tofu

An unusual and delicious low-fat snack.

Recipe for Tacos with Mushrooms and Tofu, contributed by Moira Adams

This unusual way of filling tacos will appeal to anyone looking for a meat-free version of the popular Mexican snack. It is easy to prepare - and quite delicious.

• 1 pack taco shells (6 - 8 shells) (check the label to make sure they don't contain animal fats)
• Oil for frying
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 4 - 6 medium mushrooms, sliced
• 3/4 cup (6 oz, 175 g) mashed tofu
• ¼ tsp. chili powder or a hot chili sauce
• A few lettuce leaves, shredded
• 4 - 6 tbsp. sour cream or plain yogurt (optional; for vegan version, use soya yogurt)

Optionally, warm the taco shells in a low oven while you are preparing the filling.

Lightly fry the onion in the oil for a few minutes, add the bell pepper, and cook until both are soft. Add the mushrooms, tofu and chili. Cook for a few minutes more.

Place a little of the shredded lettuce in the bottom of each taco shell. Divide the filling between the shells, and garnish with the sour cream or yogurt.

See also:

• What the heck is tofu anyway?

Recipe for Tacos with Mushrooms and Tofu (March 2003)

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