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BBQ Soy Curls (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker)
Easiest method for cooking up the best BBQ soy curls! The Instant Pot's slow cooker function creates amazing flavor and texture. Use my Healthy Vegan BBQ Sauce recipe or go with store-bought. Free from gluten, oil, and nuts.Adapted from slow cooker BBQ soy curls by Jill McKeever.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 140 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Butler soy curls (1 bag)
- 3 cups vegetable broth, any salted variety Or use water + bouillon powder/paste
- 1⅔ cups barbecue sauce Or one (16-18 fl oz) bottle of sauce
- black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Place soy curls in a large, shallow bowl. Add broth, stir, and let sit 10 minutes. At this point most of the broth should be absorbed. If there's more than about ¼ cup of broth left in the bottom of the bowl, stir the soy curls again and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes. Check again, and carefully drain away any excess.
- Optional step: If you prefer small pieces, use your hands to tear and shred some of the soy curls.
- Pour rehydrated soy curls into the Instant Pot insert (see NOTES below if using a standar slow cooker). Add BBQ sauce and black pepper, if using, and stir well. Lock on the lid.
- Press the Slow Cook button. Slow cook on high for 1 hour. Carefully remove lid, stir, and enjoy.
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Notes
- Slow Cooker - If you'd like to use a regular slow cooker like a Crockpot instead of an Instant Pot, cook time is closer to 1 hour 45 minutes on high. Also note, the texture of the soy curls is not as good in the Crockpot. I think the slight pressure created by the steam in the IP, even on the slow cook function, is key to the firmer, meaty texture.
- Storage
- This recipe makes a large amount so it's great for families, weekly meal prep, or if you're cooking for a party. Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- BBQ soy curls can also be frozen. Thaw in the fridge overnight, and reheat on the stovetop or in a microwave.
- Nutrition Info
- Nutrition facts are estimates and will vary depending on broth and BBQ sauce used. These results were calculated using the homemade BBQ sauce linked in the recipe.
Nutrition Information
Calories
140kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
580mg
(24%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
327IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
2.4mg
(3%)
Calcium
41mg
(4%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 140kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 327IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.4mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.