Amazing Meatless Sloppy Joes

Name: Amazing Meatless Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped; 1 cup chopped button mushrooms; 0.5 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 0.5 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped; 0.5 cup ketchup; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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A vegetarian alternative that will be sure to satisfy even a diehard carnivore. Serve these tofu Sloppy Joes on hamburger buns with or without cheese. Also a great vegetarian substitute for chili fries.

Recipe by Chicken_Livers_Stink

Published on December 6, 2006

Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 cup chopped button mushrooms
½ medium green bell pepper, chopped
½ medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Drain tofu and use your hands to squeeze out as much remaining liquid as possible. Crumble and set aside.
Heat oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add onion, jalapenos, and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add crumbled tofu; saute until browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
Add tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Cook's Note:

If you're a devoted vegetarian, use proper substitutions for Worcestershire sauce and cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

212	Calories
12g	Fat
22g	Carbs
10g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 212
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	9%
Sodium 644mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 22g	8%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 10g
Vitamin C 62mg	308%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 660mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.