High Protein Vegan Tacos

ingredients

• 1 cup dried pea protein crumbles
• ½ cup water or veg stock, for soaking the plant crumbles
• 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp jalapeños, pickled or fresh
• ½ cup cabbage, shredded
• ¼ tsp asafoetida
• 1 tbsp taco seasoning
• ½ cup salsa
• 4 vegan tortillas
• ½ cup vegan shredded cheese, optional
• ¼ cup vegan sour cream
• ½ cup lettuce, shredded

instructions

1. Add the dried plant crumbles to a bowl with the water. Let them soak while you prepare the vegetables.
2. Chop the bell pepper, shred the cabbage, and prepare the jalapeños.
3. Place a pan over medium heat. Add the cabbage, bell pepper, and jalapeños and sauté for a few minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Add the soaked plant crumbles to the pan with the asafoetida and taco seasoning.
5. Cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until the crumbles are hot and coated in the seasoning.
6. Add the salsa and mix until everything is saucy and well combined.
7. Warm the tortillas in a pan for a few seconds on each side, or heat them however you prefer.
8. Assemble the tacos with the plant crumble mixture, shredded lettuce, vegan sour cream, vegan cheese if using, and extra jalapeños or salsa if you like.
9. Say a prayer of gratitude, serve with love, and eat with joy.

notes

• Soaking the dried plant crumbles helps them soften before cooking and makes the filling more satisfying.
• If the filling looks dry while cooking, add a splash more salsa or water.
• Use gluten free tortillas if you want the tacos to be gluten free.
• For extra protein, add black beans, pinto beans, edamame, tofu crumbles, or hemp seeds.
• For extra crunch, add shredded cabbage, crushed tortilla chips, or a quick slaw.
• This filling is great for meal prep. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and warm before assembling.
• Dietary note — Vegan: ✅ if using vegan cheese, vegan sour cream, and vegan tortillas
• Dietary note — Gluten-Free: ✅ if using gluten free tortillas and gluten free plant crumbles
• Dietary note — Nut Free: ✅ if using nut free vegan cheese and sour cream