Tempeh Tacos
Transform crumbled tempeh into a delicious taco filling that mimics the texture of ground beef. Make sure to check the tempeh label to confirm it’s gluten-free. These tempeh tacos are packed with flavor and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingrediënten
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 pound gluten-free tempeh chopped into ¼-inch pieces
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
- Corn tortillas or crispy taco shells
For serving:
- shredded cheese
- lettuce
- sour cream
- diced avocado
- minced cilantro
Instructies
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet.
- Add the diced green bell pepper and cook until it softens.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, and dried oregano.
- Cook until the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Add the chopped tempeh to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, ensuring it’s well combined with the spices.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, water, and brown sugar.
- Simmer until the mixture thickens.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the lime juice.
- Season with salt to taste.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve the tempeh filling with your choice of corn tortillas or crispy taco shells. Offer a variety of toppings such as shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream, diced avocado, and minced cilantro for everyone to customize their tacos to their liking.
These Tempeh Tacos are a delightful and satisfying alternative to traditional meat tacos. They are perfect for those seeking a gluten-free option and a great way to enjoy the flavors of a classic favorite with a plant-based twist.
