Tofu Taco Bake

Ingredients

• 300g extra-firm tofu, patted dry and grated

• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 1 red pepper, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated

• 1 (400g) tin chopped tomatoes

• 1 tbsp chipotle paste

• 9 soft taco wraps

• 120g vegan cheddar, grated

• 1 avocado, cut into small chunks

• 2 large vine tomatoes, deseeded and chopped into small pieces

• ½ small red onion, finely chopped

• 10g coriander, leaves and stalks finely chopped

• 1 lime, juiced, plus extra to taste

• 6 tbsp plain vegan yoghurt (optional)

• 240g mixed salad, to serve (optional)

Directions

• Step 1

  Put the grated tofu in a bowl with 1 tbsp oil, the cumin seeds and smoked paprika; season well and toss to coat. Air fry at 180°C for 12-15 mins, or until golden. (Alternatively, fry in a large pan over a medium-high heat.) Remove to a plate and set aside.

• Step 2

  Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil in a medium saucepan. Add the onion and red pepper and fry over a medium-high heat for 5 mins or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 min more.

• Step 3

  Tip in the tinned tomatoes, 200ml water and the chipotle paste; season. Cook, uncovered for 10-15 mins, or until the sauce has thickened. Stir in the tofu and set aside.

• Step 4

  Line a rectangular baking dish (approx. 27cm x 20cm) with 3 taco wraps, overlapping as needed. Top with a third of the sauce, followed by a third of the cheese. Repeat the layers twice more, so that everything is used up, finishing with a final layer of cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 mins, then remove the foil and cook for a further 10 mins or until bubbling and golden.

• Step 5

  Meanwhile, make an avocado salsa by combining the avocado, tomatoes, red onion, coriander and lime juice in a bowl with a little seasoning.

• Step 6

  Serve the tofu bake with the avocado salsa, plus a dollop of vegan yoghurt and a mixed salad, if you like.