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Chipotle and honey Tofu Skewers

The kind of Mexican plate you make on repeat. chipotle and honey, a proper slow-cook, and a finish of fresh herbs.

4.6 from 2,946 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook50 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Chipotle and honey Tofu Skewers
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the chipotle and honey elements, and pat the tofu dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the firm tofu and slow-cook until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the dried ancho chillies and the rest of the chipotle and honey flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the leek along with a splash of stock or water, then cover and cook gently until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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