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Scrumptious Thai Burrito with Peanut Sauce, baked peanut Tofu, black rice, spicy sriracha black beans and shredded crunchy veggies all wrapped up in a warm, whole wheat tortilla. #vegan #veganburrito #thaiburrito

Thai Burrito Recipe

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  • Author: Sylvia Fountaine | Feasting at Home
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: vegan, vegan dinner,
  • Method: baked
  • Cuisine: Thai-inspired
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Delicious Thai Burritos with Peanut Sauce, baked peanut Tofu, black rice, spicy sriracha black beans and shredded crunchy veggies all wrapped up in a warm, whole wheat tortilla. Makes 4 hearty burritos


Ingredients

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Marinade and Peanut Sauce:

Burrito Ingredients: (makes 4 large)

  • 16-ounce block tofu (extra firm), cut into 12 strips, see photos.
  • salt
  • 12 cups cooked rice- brown rice, black rice, etc.
  • 14-ounce can refried black beans, seasoned with chile paste or sriracha.
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage (or finely sliced)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (or match stick)
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves or Thai basil
  • 4 extra-large, whole grain tortillas, warmed until pliable.
  • optional: crushed roasted peanuts, or Peanut Chili Crunch

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425.

Make the marinade, either blending in a blender or whisking in a bowl ( if whisking, add the peanut butter last, adding a little at a time to incorporate).

TOFU PREP: Blot the tofu gently, and cut into 6 slices (see photo), then cut each slice into two, to make 12 strips. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Sprinkle lightly with salt. Brush all sides liberally with the peanut sauce, spooning a little extra over the tops. Bake 25-30 minutes. Save the remaining sauce for the burritos.

COOK RICE: The fastest way to make rice is using the pasta method. Boil 1/2 cup rice in 4-5 cups salted water, uncovered, drain when tender, using a strainer, letting stand in the strainer 5 mins. Fluff.

Prep the veggies and herbs: cut and place them on a tray or plate with the peanut sauce.

Heat the refried beans, whisking in 2-4 tablespoons water with a fork to loosen them. Add a spoonful of garlic chili paste, Sambal Olek, or a squirt of sriracha to taste, to pep them up a bit. Keep them warm.

Tortillas: Right before assembling the burritos, warm the tortillas to make them soft and pliable. If you have a gas stove,  use tongs, place directly on the gas grate, over medium flame, turning often with tongs. Otherwise, place in a single layer in the oven on the rack until soft and pliable. Wrap in a kitchen towel to keep warm.

Assemble: Spoon some of the warm beans onto the tortilla creating a base, add rice, then tofu and veggies and herbs. Spoon some peanut sauce over top, and optional peanuts or peanut chili crunch, and wrap up tightly. ***I’ve found it easiest to eat with foil wrapped around the bottom half to keep these big boys all together. 


Notes

*** If you prefer your cabbage and peppers roasted, versus raw, feel free to toss with olive oil,  salt, and pepper and roast along with the tofu until tender.  You could also add sliced onion. A nice option during the winter months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 603
  • Sugar: 24.4 g
  • Sodium: 1685.1 mg
  • Fat: 31.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 64.9 g
  • Fiber: 12.8 g
  • Protein: 20.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg