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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup cashews, raw or roasted
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. 3Add broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. 4Stir in the chickpeas and cashews, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  5. 5Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
  6. 6Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. 7Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
  8. 8Serve warm as a main dish or side.

Equipment

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Low
veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Originating from Mexico, tacos are a staple in Mexican cuisine, traditionally filled with various meats and vegetables. Walnut Taco Meat offers a plant-based alternative that retains the essence of tacos while catering to vegan diets. This dish is gaining popularity as more people seek meatless options, reflecting a growing trend towards plant-based eating.

Ingredients

  • walnuts
  • onion
  • garlic
  • bell pepper
  • tomato paste
  • soy sauce
  • cumin
  • chili powder
  • smoked paprika
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • lime juice
  • fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. 1Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Let walnuts cool slightly, then finely chop or pulse in a food processor until crumbly.
  3. 3Heat oil in the skillet over medium heat.
  4. 4Add chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. 6Add the chopped walnuts, tomato paste, soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  7. 7Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through.
  8. 8Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
  9. 9Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  10. 10Serve in taco shells or lettuce wraps with desired toppings.

Ingredient Alternatives

walnuts

Healthier: ground flaxseed

Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

soy sauce

Healthier: tamari

Cheaper: coconut aminos

Coconut aminos is a soy-free alternative with a similar flavor.

Techniques

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Equipment

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Mediumtree-nuts

Also Known As

Walnut Taco FillingVegan Taco Meat

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pasta (any type)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  4. 4Add the pasta, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
  5. 5Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. 6Stir in the nutritional yeast and spinach, mixing until the spinach is wilted.
  7. 7Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes to thicken.
  8. 8Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Equipment

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