How long should I pulse or blend the walnuts for?

You'll want to pulse the walnuts in a food processor or blender several times. You can also chop them by hand. The goal is to still have some large chunks of walnuts left — if you over-blend the walnuts turn mush (like walnut butter).

Can I make a double batch of this recipe?

Yes, this recipe makes about 4 servings (3 cups) of walnut taco meat. You can double (or triple) the recipe to make more by doubling all of the ingredients.

How long do I cook the walnuts for?

You'll cook the walnuts for about 6 - 8 minutes total. The walnuts should be heated through and lightly browned. Avoid cooking them for longer as the spices on the walnuts could burn/turn dark brown

Vegan Walnut Taco Meat | Easy Recipe

Description

This recipe is an easy way to make vegan walnut taco meat: it has all the flavors of traditional taco meat but uses walnuts instead of ground beef. It has a magically similar look, taste, and texture to taco meat that will surprise even the most avid carnivores!

Ingredients

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3 cups walnuts (whole or half pieces)
1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari sauce, coconut aminos)
1 lime (juiced)
Salt & pepper (to taste)

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Instructions

Pulse the walnuts: use a food processor or blender (or chop them by hand) to pulse the walnuts until they are chopped but some large chunks remain. Avoid over-blending your walnuts as they will turn mushy. Set aside.
Cook onion & garlic: to a large skillet over medium high heat, add the oil. Saute the onion for 3 - 4 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Add seasonings: turn the heat to medium low. Add the cumin and chili powder and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Cook walnuts: add the walnuts and cook for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring often. Pour in the soy sauce, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to mix. Cook 4 - 5 minutes more, stirring frequently, until the walnuts are heated through and lightly browned.
Serve: serve immediately in your favorite tacos or tacos bowls.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Calories: 200
Sugar: 3.2
Sodium: 243
Fat: 17.7
Saturated Fat: 1.9
Carbohydrates: 9.8
Fiber: 2.9
Protein: 4.5

Keywords: taco, walnuts