Plant-Forward
Sushi Tacos
This is a great option as an alternative to white/sushi rice. Lots of good flavor, protein, fiber, and complex carbs. Fresh cauliflower is important because it has a dry consistency whereas frozen cauliflower carries too much moisture. Fresh is definitely a great substitution for white rice. The pic
Ingredients
- Pickled red onion:
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbls fiber
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Rice:
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 1 Tbls oil
- 1-2 Tbls Rice wine vinegar (depending on size of cauliflower head)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Tofu:
- 1 16oz container
- Tofu cut into 1/2 by /14 inch cubes
- 1 tbls oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- Pinch salt
- Jalapeño relish:
- 6 jalapeños
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 serrano peppers
- 3 garlic cloves peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- Seaweed wraps (Nori)
Directions
- 1
For the pickled onion:
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Place onion in a large jar with a tight-fitting lid. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring vinegar, water, sugar, and salt to a boil.
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Stir until sugar and salt dissolve.
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Add in red pepper flakes, if using, then pour mixture over onions.
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Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Should prepare at least 1 hours ahead so they have a chance to fully marinate.
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For the rice:
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Cut the cauliflower into pieces small enough to fit in a food processor.
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Pulse until you have a rice consistency (only about 5-10 seconds for the right consistency or you’ll end up with a grainy consistency).
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In a pan add the oil when hot add the rice.
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Sauté until slightly browned.
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About 5 min. In a large bowl add the rice, vinegar, and salt. Toss.
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For the tofu:
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In a large bowl combine the spices then toss with the tofu.
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Heat the oil then add the tofu and sauté until golden brown on all sides for about 8-10 min or desired texture.
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For the jalapeño relish:
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Cut off stems and remove the seeds from the peppers and discard.
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Throw all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until a finely paste texture.
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Refrigerate in an airtight container.
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To serve. Place a seaweed wrap on a plate, then add 1 tbls rice, then tofu, then pickled onion, and top with the jalapeño relish and enjoy.
Nutrition
Per 1 serving
Estimated per serving. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, and portion size. This is general information, not medical or nutrition advice.
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