Latin-inspired tofu and rice

If you're craving bold, vibrant flavors, my Latin-inspired tofu and rice recipe is just what you need! This dish brings together the warmth of traditional Latin spices with the satisfying heartiness of plant-based ingredients. Whether you're new to tofu or a seasoned pro, this recipe will add a burst of excitement to your weekly meal rotation. Get ready to enjoy a meal that's as easy to make as it is delicious!

2 cups long grain brown rice

½ yellow onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed

2 ½ cups vegetable broth

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 cup sofrito

14 ounces crushed tomatoes

1 package of tofu, cubed

1 cup of corn

1 tbsp adobo

1 can rotel/ tomato and chili

Salt and pepper to taste

Handful of lettuce

Handful of fresh diced tomatoes

1/4 cut of avocado

Vegan Mexican blend cheese

Squeeze of lime

Empty liquid from tofu packet. Place tofu between two plates lined with paper towel. And press down on the plates with an heavy item.

While tofu is being pressed, rinse the rice until the rinse water runs clear. Drain thoroughly and set aside.

Press the Sauté button on the Instant Pot. Add the diced onions, and sauté until the onions are soft. Add a small amount of water if the onions begin to stick.

Add the garlic and sauté for one to two minutes.

Add the rice and continue to sauté for two more minutes, to toast the rice.

Pour in the vegetable broth, making sure to completely deglaze the bottom of the pot. Stir in the spices and sofrito.

Add the crushed tomatoes.

Push stop on the Instant Pot. Place the lid on the pot, push Manual, and set the time at 22 minutes.

When the time has elapsed, unplug the Instant Pot and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Open the pot, and allow the rice to sit for 10 minutes. Then stir so the tomatoes are mixed into the rice.

In a separate pot, add tofu, rotel, adobo, and corn. Sauté for four minutes. Start plating, starting with rice, vegan cheese, tofu, mixture, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and lastly, squeeze up lime. And enjoy.

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