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Tempeh Taco Meat

April 22 by Nara Leave a Comment

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The best vegan Tempeh Taco Meat recipe that’s ready in 10 minutes! Use it in tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads!

Did you know that tempeh makes an excellent taco “meat”?

To be quite honest – I’m not a fan of tempeh on its own. It doesn’t taste like anything and the texture…well, it’s slimy!

But…you can transfer this baby into something magnificent with just a few simple ingredients!

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To make tempeh taco meat, you only need 10 minutes and just a few simple ingredients:

-Olive oil for sautéing

-Tomato paste to add moisture

-Spices for flavor

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The first step is to crumble the tempeh. I find it easier to crumble tempeh with my hands. If you prefer, you could also slice it into small squares with a knife.

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The second step is to heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

The third step is to cook everything: add tempeh and tomato paste. Stir well to coat tempeh crumbles in tomato paste. Then add all the spices and stir.

I like to mix my spices beforehand in a small mixing bowl. This helps me not burn whatever I’m cooking because I take too long to measure out each spice 😉.

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This Tempeh Taco Meat makes perfect meal prep. Use it to to make tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads.

Here are some taco ideas:

–Jalapeno Mango: tempeh taco meat + white onions + mashed avo + jalapeno + mango

–Classic: tempeh taco meat + shredded lettuce + red onions + tomatoes + cilantro + lime wedge

–Vegetal: tempeh taco meat + sautéed red pepper + sautéed onions + cilantro + lime wedge

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The best vegan Tempeh Taco Meat recipe that’s ready in 10 minutes! Use it in tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads! #veganmeat #tempeh #vegantaco

Made your own taco combo with this ‘meat’? Comment below and let me know what you’ve made! 😊

P.S. For a few more ideas on ‘meaty’ things, here’s a Pinto Bean Sloppy Joe recipe and Cauliflower Taco recipe with Chipotle Aioli.

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The best vegan Tempeh Taco Meat recipe that’s ready in 10 minutes! Use it in tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads! #veganmeat #tempeh #vegantaco
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Tempeh Taco Meat
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

The best vegan Tempeh Taco Meat recipe that’s ready in 10 minutes! Use it in tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads!

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: taco, tempeh, vegan meat
Calories: 34 kcal
Author: Simple Fit Vegan
Ingredients
  • 1 block of tempeh, original
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsps oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
  1. Heat a medium non-stick pan over medium heat.
  2. Crumble tempeh with your hands. Alternatively, you can use a knife to slice it into small squares.
  3. Add olive oil into the pan. Add crumbled tempeh and cook for 2 minutes.

  4. Add tomato paste and stir well to evenly coat tempeh crumbles. Add 1 tbsp of water if the mixture is too dry. Water will help break the tomato paste.

  5. Add spices and stir. Turn off the heat.
  6. Store in air-tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Recipe Notes

Nutrition Information Calories: 34 Fat: 1.7 g Saturated fat: 0.2 g Carbohydrates: 3 g Dietary Fiber: 1.3 g Sugar: 0.8 g Sodium: 9 mg Protein: 2.4 g

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The best vegan Tempeh Taco Meat recipe that’s ready in 10 minutes! Use it in tacos, burritos, bowls, and salads! #veganmeat #tempeh #vegantaco

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