Lazy Vegan Chile Relleno Casserole

By Beena Chandarana

Feb, 20th

654

Servings
4 persons
Cook Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
16 - 18

Ingredients

  • Olive oil spray
  • 6 canned whole green chiles
  • 1 corn tortilla, plus more for serving
  • One 14-ounce block extra firm tofu, drained
  • ¼ cup unsweetened nondairy milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ⅓ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Basic Cashew or Pepperjack Cheese Sauce
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, optional
  • Salsa, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F . Lightly spray a 10-inch round pan with olive oil.
  • Slice the chiles in half lengthwise and clean the insides of any remaining seeds. Slice the halves in half lengthwise, then slice all of the strips in half crosswise. Set aside.
  • Slice the tortilla in half. then slice each half into about twelve strips. Set aside.
  • Combine the tofu, milk, and olive oil in a food processor and process until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, cumin, coriander, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the pureed tofu and stir until combined. Fold in the chiles and tortilla strips.
  • Spread the mixture in the prepared pan and drizzle cheese sauce over the top (using as much or as little as you’d like). Bake for 35 minutes, or until firm. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve topped with cilantro and salsa (if using), and alongside cooked corn tortillas (see the directions under Beer-Marinated Portobello Tacos with Avocado-Corn Salsa ). Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.