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Tacos de Soya al Pastor

Cultural Context

Originating from the vibrant streets of Mexico City, Tacos al Pastor are a beloved staple, traditionally made with marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit. The vegan adaptation using soy protein offers a flavorful alternative that captures the essence of this classic dish while catering to plant-based diets. Today, Tacos de Soya al Pastor are enjoyed not only in Mexico but also in various countries, showcasing the global appeal of Mexican cuisine.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup soy protein
2 cloves garlic
2 tomatoes
2 chipotle peppers
4 guajillo chiles
7 pasilla chiles
2 limes
5 limes (juice)
onion
cilantro
pineapple
corn tortillas
salt
vegetable oil

soy protein

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tempeh offers a similar texture with more protein.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Canned pineapple is more affordable and still provides sweetness.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Flour tortillas are often less expensive than corn.

chipotle peppers

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne offers heat without the cost of chipotles.

1

Boil water in a pot.

2

Add a piece of onion and a pinch of salt to the boiling water.

3

Add the soy protein and boil for 5 minutes, then turn off the heat.

4

Add the juice of 5 limes to the soy protein and let it rest for 5 minutes.

5

Drain the soy protein after resting.

6

Remove the seeds from the chiles and cut them.

7

In a skillet, add a little oil and fry the chiles and garlic until golden.

8

Transfer the fried chiles to a blender and add water (and optionally vinegar).

9

Blend the chiles and spices until smooth.

10

Squeeze the soy protein to remove excess water and add a bit of salt.

11

In the skillet, add oil and sauté sliced onion and pineapple until cooked.

12

Combine the soy protein with the sautéed ingredients and mix well to combine.

13

Prepare the tacos by adding the mixture to corn tortillas and topping with cilantro and onion.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

potskilletblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-based

Also Known As

Soy Tacos al PastorVegan Tacos al Pastor
Local Name: Tacos de Soya al Pastor

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