Spicy Vegan Chorizo (With Walnuts And Mushrooms)
The ultimate vegan chorizo recipe that's as delicious as it is satisfying. Packed with protein, this meat-free chorizo brings big flavor!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 16-oz block firm tofu 453 g
- 1 15-oz can black beans drained and rinsed, 425 g
- 1 8-oz package button mushrooms whole or sliced, 226 g
- 1 cup walnuts 112 g
- 2 Tbsp ketchup 30 g
- 2 tsp each cumin, smoked paprika
- 1 tsp each salt, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- To cook: 2 to 4 Tbsp of oil 30 to 60 mL
Instructions
- Press: Drain then press tofu for at least 15 minutes (either using a tofu press or by wrapping it in clean towels and setting it under a heavy pan).
- Blend: Add all remaining ingredients (except the tofu and oil) to a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Add Tofu: Roughly crumble the tofu into chunks then stir it into the bean mixture.
- Cook: Heavily grease a large saute pan (a nonstick pan is best) and set it over medium heat. Spoon the chorizo mixture into the pan and cook, undisturbed, for about 5 minutes. Once bottom has browned, stir it up to cook the rest of the chorizo, adding more oil as needed to prevent it from sticking and to promote browning.
- Serve: Serve hot in tacos, nachos, soup, pasta...you name it!
Video
Notes
Refrigeration: If you have leftover chorizo, let it cool down before storing it in an airtight container. Refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. It can stay fresh in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days.
Freezing: If you've made a larger batch, consider freezing portions of the chorizo. Place it in a freezer-safe airtight container or resealable freezer bags. Label with the date for easy tracking. Frozen chorizo can be enjoyed for up to 3 months.
Thawing: When you're ready to use frozen chorizo, transfer it to the refrigerator to thaw overnight. This gradual thawing helps maintain its texture and flavor. You can also thaw it in the microwave using the defrost setting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.7g | Protein: 16.9g | Fat: 31.2g | Saturated Fat: 3.6g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 685mg | Potassium: 588mg | Fiber: 5.7g | Sugar: 4.4g | Calcium: 247mg | Iron: 5mg
