Savory Plant-Based Beefy Crumbles
Create these flavorful vegan beefy crumbles using nutrient-dense ingredients that mimic the texture and taste of traditional ground beef. This recipe combines lentils, walnuts, and spices to add depth and umami, making it perfect for tacos, stir-fries, or pasta dishes. An easy, satisfying addition to your plant-based cooking repertoire!
ingredients
- 1 cup lentils (green or brown)
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
steps
- 1.
Rinse and drain the lentils, then cook them in a pot with vegetable broth for about 20-25 minutes or until tender, then drain any excess liquid.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4.
Add the finely chopped walnuts to the skillet and toast them for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly browned.
- 5.
In a bowl, mix together the cooked lentils, toasted walnuts, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
- 6.
Combine everything in the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, allowing flavors to meld together and the mixture to slightly crisp.
- 7.
Remove from heat and use immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
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