Sofritas as a burrito bowl protein at Chipotle costs around $10.75 for the bowl. This recipe makes four generous portions for about $4.00 total. You also control the spice level — Chipotle’s version has a fixed heat level, but at home you can adjust the chipotle peppers to your preference.

• Press the tofu thoroughly. Waterlogged tofu won’t brown properly and will dilute your sauce. Give it a full 15 minutes under weight, or use a dedicated tofu press.
• Crumble, don’t cube. The irregular shapes create more surface area for the sauce to cling to and give you a mix of textures — some pieces crispy, some tender.
• Adjust the heat. Two chipotle peppers gives medium heat. Use one for mild or three for spicy. The adobo sauce adds flavor without as much heat.
• Meal prep friendly. Sofritas keep well in the fridge for 4-5 days and actually taste better the next day as the flavors deepen.

Sofritas are the protein — here’s everything else you need for the full bowl:

• Copycat Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl — the complete bowl blueprint: rice, beans, salsa, and protein layered the Chipotle way.
• Chipotle Cilantro-Lime Rice — the essential base. The rice-bran oil and fresh-lime technique makes a real difference.
• Chipotle Guacamole — the $3 add-on that’s worth every penny (or make it at home for about $0.75).

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