[Via Gothamist]
A Chipotle conversation broke out in the comments section in the post about Japadog closing Friday night. So this is for you!
Chipotle is introducing its new tofu-based burrito, sofritas, in NYC locations today.
We'll let Gothamist explain what goes into this. Or these.
Watery, chalky supermarket tofu this is not. The chain sources their product from Oakland-based Hodo Soy, which crafts artisanal tofu with beans sourced from organic, sustainable farms across the country. The partnership reflects the company's commitment to natural products, as well as the desire for the best-tasting product they can find. The quality stands out, both in the tofu's slightly chewy texture and the subtle nutty flavor.
To create the sofritas, the tofu gets seared and then ground into crumbles similar to the chorizo bits you might find in a taco. The tofu is also braised with chipotle chilies, roasted poblanos and lots of spices, in a treatment similar to the ones given to other protein offerings. The resulting product has a deep, earthy flavor with bright notes of cumin and lots of heat from the peppers.
Meanwhile, in the post last week about the 139th Chipotle opening around Union Square, I said that I had never eaten at a Chipotle.
Per EVG commenter Axis of Eville: "I can't comprehend the idea that someone hasn't had Chipotle."
It's true!
But I will try this new tofu thingy. Some day.
