Pica Tofu

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Tear the tofu into bite-sized pieces and add them to a pot.
  2. 2Tear the tofu into bite-sized pieces and add them to a pot.
  3. 3Tear the tofu into bite-sized pieces and add them to a pot.
  4. 4Squeeze the juice of two limes into the pot with the tofu.
  5. 5Squeeze the juice of two limes into the pot with the tofu.
  6. 6Squeeze the juice of two limes into the pot with the tofu.
  7. 7Add half of a large shallot to the pot.
  8. 8Add half of a large shallot to the pot.
  9. 9Add half of a large shallot to the pot.
  10. 10Add three lightly smashed cloves of garlic to the pot.
  11. 11Add three lightly smashed cloves of garlic to the pot.
  12. 12Add three lightly smashed cloves of garlic to the pot.
  13. 13Add 3 sprigs of cilantro or parsley to the pot.
  14. 14Add 3 sprigs of cilantro or parsley to the pot.
  15. 15Add 3 sprigs of cilantro or parsley to the pot.
  16. 16Pour water into the pot with the tofu and other ingredients, just enough to cover the tofu.
  17. 17Pour water into the pot with the tofu and other ingredients, just enough to cover the tofu.
  18. 18Pour water into the pot with the tofu and other ingredients, just enough to cover the tofu.
  19. 19Add salt to the pot.
  20. 20Add salt to the pot.
  21. 21Add salt to the pot.
  22. 22Boil the tofu and other ingredients.
  23. 23Boil the tofu and other ingredients.
  24. 24Boil the tofu and other ingredients.
  25. 25Drain the tofu, separating it from the other ingredients.
  26. 26Drain the tofu, separating it from the other ingredients.
  27. 27Drain the tofu, separating it from the other ingredients.
  28. 28In a bowl, mix two tablespoons of potato starch.
  29. 29In a bowl, mix two tablespoons of potato starch.
  30. 30In a bowl, mix two tablespoons of potato starch.
  31. 31Add one teaspoon of adobo seasoning to the bowl.
  32. 32Add one teaspoon of adobo seasoning to the bowl.
  33. 33Add one teaspoon of adobo seasoning to the bowl.
  34. 34Add one teaspoon of sazón to the bowl.
  35. 35Add one teaspoon of sazón to the bowl.
  36. 36Add one teaspoon of sazón to the bowl.
  37. 37Add half a teaspoon of sweet paprika and half a teaspoon of dry Dominican oregano to the bowl.
  38. 38Add half a teaspoon of sweet paprika and half a teaspoon of dry Dominican oregano to the bowl.
  39. 39Add half a teaspoon of sweet paprika and half a teaspoon of dry Dominican oregano to the bowl.
  40. 40Add black pepper to taste.
  41. 41Add black pepper to taste.
  42. 42Add black pepper to taste.
  43. 43Whisk all the dry ingredients together in the bowl.
  44. 44Whisk all the dry ingredients together in the bowl.
  45. 45Whisk all the dry ingredients together in the bowl.
  46. 46Transfer the boiled tofu to the bowl with the dry mixture.
  47. 47Transfer the boiled tofu to the bowl with the dry mixture.
  48. 48Transfer the boiled tofu to the bowl with the dry mixture.
  49. 49Cover the bowl with a lid and shake it to coat the tofu.
  50. 50Cover the bowl with a lid and shake it to coat the tofu.
  51. 51Cover the bowl with a lid and shake it to coat the tofu.
  52. 52Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and two tablespoons of avocado oil to the coated tofu.
  53. 53Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and two tablespoons of avocado oil to the coated tofu.
  54. 54Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and two tablespoons of avocado oil to the coated tofu.
  55. 55Shake the covered bowl again to mix the wet ingredients with the tofu.
  56. 56Shake the covered bowl again to mix the wet ingredients with the tofu.
  57. 57Shake the covered bowl again to mix the wet ingredients with the tofu.
  58. 58Place the coated tofu pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  59. 59Place the coated tofu pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  60. 60Place the coated tofu pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  61. 61Bake or pan-fry the tofu until they are golden.
  62. 62Bake or pan-fry the tofu until they are golden.
  63. 63Bake or pan-fry the tofu until they are golden.
  64. 64For the dressing, combine three tablespoons of plant-based mayo, two tablespoons of ketchup, half a teaspoon of sweet paprika, and half a teaspoon of garlic powder in a measuring cup.
  65. 65For the dressing, combine three tablespoons of plant-based mayo, two tablespoons of ketchup, half a teaspoon of sweet paprika, and half a teaspoon of garlic powder in a measuring cup.
  66. 66For the dressing, combine three tablespoons of plant-based mayo, two tablespoons of ketchup, half a teaspoon of sweet paprika, and half a teaspoon of garlic powder in a measuring cup.
  67. 67Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the dressing mixture.
  68. 68Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the dressing mixture.
  69. 69Squeeze the juice of half a lime into the dressing mixture.
  70. 70Whisk the dressing ingredients until well combined.
  71. 71Whisk the dressing ingredients until well combined.
  72. 72Whisk the dressing ingredients until well combined.
  73. 73Serve the golden tofu nuggets hot with your chosen sides and sauces.
  74. 74Serve the golden tofu nuggets hot with your chosen sides and sauces.
  75. 75Serve the golden tofu nuggets hot with your chosen sides and sauces.

Ingredients

  • 1 package super firm or extra firm tofu
  • 1 package super firm or extra firm tofu
  • 1 package super firm or extra firm tofu
  • 2 Juice limes
  • 2 Juice limes
  • 2 Juice limes
  • 1 large shallot
  • 1 large shallot
  • 1 large shallot
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp tamari
  • 1 tbsp tamari
  • 0.5 tsp bouillon paste
  • 0.5 tsp bouillon paste
  • 0.5 tsp bouillon paste
  • 3 sprigs cilantro or parsley
  • 3 sprigs cilantro or parsley
  • 3 sprigs cilantro or parsley
  • Kosher salt
  • Kosher salt
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp potato starch
  • 2 tbsp potato starch
  • 2 tbsp potato starch
  • 1 tsp adobo seasoning
  • 1 tsp adobo seasoning
  • 1 tsp adobo seasoning
  • 1 tsp sazòn
  • 1 tsp sazòn
  • 1 tsp sazòn
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dry Dominican oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dry Dominican oregano
  • 0.5 tsp dry Dominican oregano
  • Black pepper
  • Black pepper
  • Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 tbsp plant-based mayo
  • 3 tbsp plant-based mayo
  • 3 tbsp plant-based mayo
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 Juice lime
  • 0.5 Juice lime
  • 0.5 Juice lime

Equipment

potlime pressknifebaking sheetwhiskbowltongsmeasuring cup

Tips

  • These can be baked or fried, and they are extra good with plátanos fritos.
  • The heat and brine will help firm up your tofu without pressing it, and also draw in more flavor into your tofu.