Traditional sloppy joes are made with ground beef. Try this delicious version made with tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables. Even the kids will like this vegetarian version.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 cup chopped sweet onions
- 1 cup sliced crimini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce or to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 (15 ounces) can tomato sauce
- 2 pounds firm tofu, mashed into crumbles
Preparation:
Place a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add butter, onions, mushrooms, green peppers, and red pepper. Sprinkle with the salt and saute about 5 minutes, until vegetables soften. Add garlic and cook an additional 1 minute to cook out the rawness.Stir in hot sauce, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, tomato sauce, and tofu. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve Tofu Sloppy Joes in the traditional manner on buns. It also makes a great topping for pasta or rice.
Yield: 8 servings
