Description
Delightful Cuban Sandwich brings plant-based magic to classic comfort food. Crispy bread, zesty marinades, and bold spices create a mouthwatering experience you’ll savor with each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 2 cups black beans
- 1 lb tofu
- 2 cups rice
protein and seasoning:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
supporting ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 onion
Instructions
- Drain and press tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then cube into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice onion and bell pepper into uniform small cubes, preparing for sautéing.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened.
- Mince garlic and add to the skillet, stirring quickly to prevent burning.
- Incorporate tofu cubes into the vegetable mixture, cooking for 5-6 minutes to achieve a golden exterior.
- Sprinkle cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the tofu, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Add black beans to the skillet, gently mixing with tofu and vegetables to prevent mashing.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Meanwhile, prepare rice according to package instructions in a separate pot.
- Chop fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the tofu and bean mixture just before serving.
- Plate the seasoned tofu and bean mixture over warm rice, garnishing with additional cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Always press tofu thoroughly to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crispy and golden exterior when cooking.
- Use fresh, high-quality spices like cumin and oregano to elevate the authentic Cuban flavor profile of the dish.
- Opt for cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan to achieve perfect browning of tofu without sticking.
- Consider adding nutritional yeast for extra depth of flavor and a subtle cheesy undertone in vegan Cuban cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24-26 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 15 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg