Vegan Walnut Taco Meat
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!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 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
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.