20-Minute Kimchi Tempeh Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 tacos
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Calories
336 kcal
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Course
Main Course
20-Minute Kimchi Tempeh Tacos
Description
The 20-Minute Kimchi Tempeh Tacos feature a seasoned tempeh filling paired with chopped kimchi that can be served raw or lightly sautéed to bring out a caramelized edge. Slices of ripe avocado add creaminess and freshness, while the cilantro contributes a bright herbal note. The sauce combines sour cream and mayonnaise with sriracha and lime juice, providing a cooling heat and slight tang. These elements come together in small tortillas or taco shells for easy assembly and serving.
The preparation focuses on assembling layers of flavor and textures, from the chewy, nutty tempeh to the spicy, fermented kimchi and the rich sauce. The optional step of sautéing the kimchi slightly softens its crunch and intensifies its taste. This dish is suitable for a quick lunch or light dinner, delivering satisfying flavors without complex steps.
Versatile and flavorful, the tacos work well as a standalone dish or served alongside a simple salad or rice. The sauce can be adjusted in spiciness by varying sriracha to taste.
Ingredients
Taco Filling
- tempeh click for recipe, for taco meat
- 1 cup kimchi 175 g, chopped
- 1 avocado
- Handful cilantro
- 6 tortilla small, or taco shells
Sauce
- ¼ cup sour cream can sub dairy-free alternative or Greek yogurt, 60 g
- ¼ cup mayonnaise can sub dairy-free alternative, 60 g
- 1 to 2 Tbsp sriracha 15 to 30 g
- 1 tsp lime juice 5 mL
Instructions
- Tempeh: Prepare the Tempeh Taco "Meat" (15 minutes to make).
- Fillings: Prepare remaining fillings. Optionally saute kimchi for 5 minutes to slightly caramelize it. Slice avocado and chop cilantro.
- Sauce: Stir together all Sauce ingredients.
- Assemble: Spoon Tempeh Taco Meat into each tortilla, topping with kimchi, avocado, cilantro, and sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1taco | |
| Calories | 336kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 25.2g | 8% |
| Protein | 9.9g | 20% |
| Fat | 22.6g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 550mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.6g | 14% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | 4% |
| Calcium | 85mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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