Amazing 30 Minute Vegan Tempeh Tacos

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These Amazing 30 Minute Vegan Tempeh Tacos recipe is quick to make, delicious and healthy.  Packed with flavor and nutrients, these tacos are a must-try for any vegan or taco lover.

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Why We Love This 30 Minute Vegan Tempeh Tacos Recipe

First of all, we love tacos and we adore tempeh!  If you aren’t familiar, tempeh is just fermented soy beans. It’s a much more dense texture than tofu, sort of like a chicken texture.

Tempeh can be used in all kinds of great meals, including these marvelous vegan tempeh tacos. 1 cup of tempeh has about 30g of protein and is full of probiotics! Don’t be scared to give tempeh a try! 

This taco recipe turned out great! The seasoning is better than any taco seasoning from a pouch. Top your tacos with salsa, avocado, cabbage or salad mixture and you are set.

Ingredients You Need

Amazing 30 Minute Vegan Tempeh Tacos recipe

• Tempeh (bulk) 
• Olive Oil
• Chili Powder
• Cumin
• Corn Starch
• Sea Salt
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Ground Coriander
• Ancho Chile Powder
• Tomato Paste
• Tortillas
• Shredded Vegan Cheese (bulk – I’ve heard this brand is incredible!)
• Salsa
• bell pepper 
• mushrooms 
• water

Other Optional Ingredients for Toppings

•  avocado
• lime Juice
• tomato 
• vegan sour cream, optional
• shredded vegan cheese (we like Follow Your Heart brand)
• shredded cabbage
• salsa

How to Make Amazing 30 Minute Vegan Tempeh Tacos

1. In a small/medium bowl combine chili powder, cumin, corn starch, sea salt, onion powder, garlic powder, ground coriander, and ancho chile powder.
2. Add tomato paste and water to spice mixture. Stir well.
3. Chop up the tempeh into very small pieces.
4. Heat up 1 tbsp. olive oil and cook bell pepper slices for 3-4 minutes on medium heat in a skillet.
5. Add chopped tempeh, mushrooms, and spice paste. Stir well, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for ~7 minutes. If mixture looks too dry you can add small amounts of water.
6. While tempeh taco meat mixture cooks, you can heat up the tortillas, by microwaving them for 30 seconds covered with a towel.
7. If you are using avocado, tomato, and lime juice, you can chop them up, and mix them together.
8. Make your tacos with all toppings of your choice, and enjoy!

More Variations

• Spicy vibes:  Add some smoked paprika or cilantro, hot sauce, red onion, jalepenos too!
• More protein: Add some black beans or sweet potatoes for comforting delish.
• Serving: We used flour tortillas, but you could use corn tortillas, or make burrito bowls or taco salads using tortilla chips too!

Storing Leftover Tempeh Meat

• Your tempeh should last 2-3 weeks in your refrigerator in an airtight container for storage. If you won’t use your tempeh for several days, or you’re unsure yet, you can also place your tempeh in the freezer. Once stored in the freezer the tempeh can safely last for at least a month, often longer.

When it comes to cooking tasty vegan meals, these 30 minute vegan tempeh tacos are a winning combination. Not only are they quick and easy to prepare, but this vegan taco meat is packed with flavor and nutrition.

So if you’re looking for an exciting way to mix up your mealtime routine, try whipping up these amazing vegan tacos tonight. You won’t be disappointed. Let the deliciousness begin with our tempeh recipes!

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We followed much of this recipe from TheLiveInKitchen. We thank them so much for the inspiration!