Servings
Font
Back
4.2 from 27 votes

Spicy Vegan Chorizo (With Walnuts And Mushrooms)

The ultimate vegan chorizo recipe that's as delicious as it is satisfying. Packed with protein, this meat-free chorizo brings big flavor!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 382 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Spanish

Ingredients

  • 1 oz block firm tofu 453 g
  • 1 oz can black beans drained and rinsed, 425 g
  • 1 oz package button mushrooms whole or sliced, 226 g
  • 1 cup walnuts 112 g
  • 2 Tbsp ketchup 30 g
  • 2 tsp each cumin, smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp each salt, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne
  • ½ tsp ground coriander
  • To cook: 2 to 4 Tbsp of oil 30 to 60 mL

Instructions

    Cup of Yum
  1. Press: Drain then press tofu for at least 15 minutes (either using a tofu press or by wrapping it in clean towels and setting it under a heavy pan).
  2. Blend: Add all remaining ingredients (except the tofu and oil) to a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  3. Add Tofu: Roughly crumble the tofu into chunks then stir it into the bean mixture.
  4. Cook: Heavily grease a large saute pan (a nonstick pan is best) and set it over medium heat. Spoon the chorizo mixture into the pan and cook, undisturbed, for about 5 minutes. Once bottom has browned, stir it up to cook the rest of the chorizo, adding more oil as needed to prevent it from sticking and to promote browning.
  5. Serve: Serve hot in tacos, nachos, soup, pasta...you name it!

Notes

  • Refrigeration: If you have leftover chorizo, let it cool down before storing it in an airtight container. Refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. It can stay fresh in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days.
  • Freezing: If you've made a larger batch, consider freezing portions of the chorizo. Place it in a freezer-safe airtight container or resealable freezer bags. Label with the date for easy tracking. Frozen chorizo can be enjoyed for up to 3 months.
  • Thawing: When you're ready to use frozen chorizo, transfer it to the refrigerator to thaw overnight. This gradual thawing helps maintain its texture and flavor. You can also thaw it in the microwave using the defrost setting.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 382kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 15.7g (5%) Protein 16.9g (34%) Fat 31.2g (48%) Saturated Fat 3.6g (18%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 685mg (29%) Potassium 588mg (17%) Fiber 5.7g (23%) Sugar 4.4g (9%) Calcium 247mg (25%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 382

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 382kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 15.7g 5%
Protein 16.9g 34%
Fat 31.2g 48%
Saturated Fat 3.6g 18%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 685mg 29%
Potassium 588mg 13%
Fiber 5.7g 23%
Sugar 4.4g 9%
Calcium 247mg 25%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.