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Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins

Sofritas are sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. Combined with crushed tofu and the soft fluffy flesh of baked potatoes and stuffed into potato skins, ummm can you say YUM? Sofritas stuffed potato skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat that will be a big hit! Whether you’re watching the game at home or having a parking lot picnic before the game, this is a tasty bite everyone will love!

Sofritas recipe

Sofritas are sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. I added crushed tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes.

October is officially Tailgating month! Last year I offered up Lambeau Leap Beer Brats – gotta love a great brat slow cooked with onions and garlic, bathed in beer and grilled.

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My colleague from Life Currents heads up this campaign. She’s offered up many tasty bites – the latest was Pizza Pull Apart Bread that looks AMAZING! and there are many additional food bloggers participating.

Tailgating Snacks Month!

October is officially Tailgating Snacks Month!

If you’re looking for inspiration just use the hashtag #TailgatingSnacks – you’ll see GREAT ideas for super easy game day grub!

So this year I’m sharing an amazing Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins Recipe! The sofritas are stuffed inside a potato skin, but you can also enjoy the sofritas in a bowl, inside a burritos, taco – you name it Sofritas are a spicy, tasty dream!

Here’s a close up of the Sofritas, they have amazing flavor – big spice but not too hot. Stuffed inside potato skins super yummy for tailgating food or tossed on a salad your everyday dinner. These are simple to prepare.

Have you tried sofritas before?

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October is Tailgating Snacks Month 2017

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Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins

Sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. Combined with crushed tofu and soft fluffy baked potatoes then stuffed into potato skins, ummm can you say YUM? Sofritas stuffed potato skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat that will be a big hit! Whether you're watching the game at home or having a parking lot picnic before the game, this is a tasty bite everyone will love!

Course Appetizers, Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine TexMex
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 261 kcal
Author Souper Chef Deb

Ingredients

  • 1 lb tofu firm
  • 1/2 bell pepper red
  • 1/2 bell pepper yellow
  • 1/2 onion sweet yellow onion
  • 6 russet potatoes baked
  • Spice Mix
  • 2 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp coriander
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 chipotle chili
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

  2. Clean the Russet Potatoes well. Rub with a touch of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pierce the skin several times. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven 35-40 minutes until tender. Allow to cool.

  3. Remove the tofu from the package and drain well on a paper towel. When well drained dice into a half inch dice. 

  4. Slice the onion in half and peel off the skin. Roughly chop. Add to the food processor.

  5. Slice the bell peppers in half, remove the seeds. Roughly chop half of each and add them to the food processor.

  6. Peel the garlic, roughly chop - add it to the food processor along with the chipotle chili. Pulse and process, scraping down the sides until everything is finely chopped. 

  7. Add one tablespoon olive oil to skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for about five minutes. 

  8. Add in the tofu, spices, tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil and simmer stirring often.

  9. Slice the potatoes in half, scoop the insides of the soft fluffy potatoes directly into the sofritas and continue to simmer - about 15 minutes longer. Stir it often to combine all the flavors.

  10. Serve potatoes skins heaped with all of your favorite toppings - avocado, cheese, green and red onions, olives, chopped cilantro - tons of options, all are delicious!

Nutrition Facts
Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 294mg 12%
Potassium 1192mg 34%
Total Carbohydrates 44g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Sugars 4g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin A 22.1%
Vitamin C 48.2%
Calcium 8%
Iron 24.9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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What to make for the party? Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat. Sautéed peppers, onions, garlic, tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes!

Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat. Sautéed peppers, onions, garlic, tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes!

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  2. GO PACK GO!! Its going to be a long season without Rogers! But hey, now I have these awesome potato skins to ease the pain! Great recipe!! Packed with incredible flavor!

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    • UGH ain’t that the true Angela, but hey, Hundley is getting some great experience right? I’m trying to find the good in the bad. Thanks so much at least I have so many delicious tailgating snacks now to help me forget!! 😀

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  4. What a fun tailgating snack! I love everything about this! I also love that you shared a vegetarian healthy recipe for this month, as I often eat too much cheese! LOL Thanks so much for joining in the fun!

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Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties and in the summer help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! I strive for good health, but food has to be full of flavor. A calorie is a calorie, but it’s more satisfying to eat when the food is delicious! Learn More . . .