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Easy TVP Taco Meat (Vegan, 10 Minutes)

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Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Servings: 10

Ingredients

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  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cups TVP (textured vegetable protein)
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 cups water
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup tomato paste

Method

  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the onion for 1–2 minutes. Add 1–2 tablespoons water to prevent sticking.
  2. Stir in the TVP, nutritional yeast, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and garlic powder. Cook for 30–45 seconds until the spices become fragrant.
  3. Add the water, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Stir until everything is well combined.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 3–5 minutes. All liquid should be absorbed and the mixture should resemble ground beef.
  5. Taste and season as desired or add a squeeze of lime juice.