Vegan Hungarian Lecsó with Tofu
A hearty and flavorful vegan version of the classic Hungarian Lecsó, using tofu for protein.
20m prep + 40m cook4 servings
Contains soyEGG-free
320 cal|15g protein|25g carbs|18g fat|7g fiber
Ingredients
- 3 large Red Bell Peppers
- 2 large Yellow Bell Peppers
- 2 medium Onions
- 6 medium Tomatoes
- 1 block Smoked Tofu
- 2 tablespoons Sweet Paprika
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1Prepare your vegetables: Dice the 3 large Red Bell Peppers and 2 large Yellow Bell Peppers into 1/2-inch pieces. Dice the 2 medium Onions into 1/2-inch pieces. Dice the 6 medium Tomatoes into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 2Prepare the tofu: Cube the 1 block Smoked Tofu into 1/2-inch pieces.
- 3Heat 3 tablespoons Olive Oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Add the 2 medium Onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until they look soft and see-through.
- 4Add the diced 3 large Red Bell Peppers and 2 large Yellow Bell Peppers to the pot. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the peppers start to soften.
- 5Stir in the diced 6 medium Tomatoes, the cubed 1 block Smoked Tofu, 2 tablespoons Sweet Paprika, 1 teaspoon Salt, and 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper. Mix everything together well.
- 6Reduce the heat to low (250°F / 120°C), cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 20-30 minutes. Stir occasionally. The vegetables should be tender when poked with a fork.
- 7Serve the Vegan Hungarian Lecsó hot.
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