How to Make Amazing Meatless Sloppy Joes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Meatless Sloppy Joes are a fantastic, flavorful, and satisfying alternative to the traditional meat-based dish. Packed with protein, fiber, and a deliciously tangy and sweet sauce, this recipe is perfect for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet. Whether you’re trying to reduce your meat consumption for health, ethical, or environmental reasons, these Amazing Meatless Sloppy Joes are sure to become a family favorite!

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package extra-firm tofu
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped button mushrooms
  • ½ medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Drain tofu and use your hands to squeeze out as much remaining liquid as possible. Crumble and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add onion, jalapenos, and garlic; saute for 2 minutes. Add crumbled tofu; saute until browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    212 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 644mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 62mg
    • Calcium: 357mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 660mg