Vegan Soy Chorizo
This spicy vegan soy Chorizo only takes a few minutes to make, and it can be used in tacos, salads, burritos, chili, quesadillas, or whatever strikes your fancy!This recipe makes about 2 cups of chorizo. I serving is ½ cup.
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon neutral-flavored vegetable oil
- ¼ cup tamari
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 14-ounce package extra firm tofu frozen, thawed, pressed, and drained
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (used smoked paprika for smoky chorizo)
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
- pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Add the garlic and oil to a large pan over medium heat. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
- While the garlic is cooking, whisk together the tamari, tomato paste, and apple cider vinegar.
- Crumble the tofu into the pan. Pour the tamari mixture into the pan and stir until the tofu is completely coated. Add the spices and stir to combine.
- Cook until the tofu is heated throughout and begins to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve in tacos, salads, burritos, wraps, quesadillas, or any dish that could use a spicy kick!