Category: Sides

  • Spicy Jackfruit Fajitas

    Spicy Jackfruit Fajitas

    Spicy jackfruit fajitas are deliciously meatless way to heat things up at the dinner table; with authentic Mexican flavours, they’re a perfect recipe for our vegan-friendly tortillas.
    https://www.thelastfoodblog.com/spicy-jackfruit-fajitas/

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    Directions

    Heat oil in skillet. Add onion salt. Cook until onions slightly softened, around 10 minutes. Stir often to avoid burning.

    Add garlic and stir into onions, add spices and herbs. Stir well into onion and cook for a minute until spices release aromas, about a minute or two. Be mindful not to burn.

    Add drained jackfruit and chipotle paste and stir well. Be sure the jackfruit is covered in paste and spices. se a spoon to break up the chunks of jackfruit. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

    Add peppers to the pan along with lime juice and maple syrup. Stir well and cook until peppers are slightly softened. If you prefer peppers softer, add them when you add the garlic.

    Stir in coriander and serve with warm tortillas, fresh cilantro, lime wedges and avocado slices or guacamole and salsa.

  • Chipotle Tofu Chilaquiles

    Chipotle Tofu Chilaquiles

    Vegan chilaquiles are a delicious main course or snack with tofu scramble and a delectably simple 5-ingredient homemade chipotle sauce!
    https://minimalistbaker.com/chipotle-tofu-chilaquiles/

    Ingredients

    For the chilaquiles







    For the tofu





    Toppings (optional)




    Directions

    Press and drain tofu in a clean kitchen towel with a heavy pot on top while preheating oven to 350 degrees F.

    Bake your Sonora Tortillas into chips; lightly brush or spray both sides of tortillas with olive or avocado oil, dust with sea salt. Stack and cut into triangles and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake until 10-12 minutes, flipping half way through, until crisp and lightly golden brown. Set aside.

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat and prep onion and garlic.

    Once hot, add 1 Tbsp olive oil and onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until soft and slightly browned; approximately 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 more minutes.

    Add tomato sauce, diced chipotle and adobo sauce and veggie stock. Heat until bubble. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes.

    Transfer sauce to a blender. Blend to desired consistency and texture. Set aside.

    Use a fork to crumble tofu and place skillet back over medium heat (no need to rinse or wipe clean, the remaining sauce will add more flavour).

    Add some oil to pan and add tofu. Let lightly brown for 3-4 minutes, stirring once or twice. Then add seasonings and stir. Cook for another 2 minutes, remove from pan and set aside.

    Add chips to the pan and pour over sauce, stirring quickly to coat. Then top with tofu scramble, fresh onion, cilantro and any other toppings you wish to include. Serve immediately.

  • Vegan Quinoa Taco Meat

    Vegan Quinoa Taco Meat

    Vegan quinoa taco meat made with authentic Mexican seasonings and accompanied by your favourite taco fixings, it’s the perfect substitute for a meatless taco night!
    https://minimalistbaker.com/quinoa-taco-meat/

    Ingredients

    Quinoa



    Seasonings







    Directions

    Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add rinsed quinoa and toast for 4-5 minutes, stir frequently.

    Add vegetable broth and water, bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Then reduce heat to low, cover with a secure lid and cook for 15-25 minutes or until liquid is completely absorbed. Fluff with a fork, crack lid and let rest for 10 minutes, removed from heat.

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

    Add cooked quinoa to a large mixing bowl and add remaining ingredients including salsa, nutritional yeast, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and oil. Toss to combine. Spread on a lightly creased baking sheet (or parchment-lined).

    Bake for 20-35 minutes, stirring/tossing once at the halfway point to ensure even baking. The quinoa is done when it is golden brown.

    Leftovers can be stored for 4-5 days in the fridge.

  • Simple Black Bean Dip

    Simple Black Bean Dip

    Simple, delicious and healthy black bean dip is the perfect snack or compliment to tacos, quesadillas and burritos – ready in just fifteen minutes!
    https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/easy-black-bean-dip/

    Ingredients














    Directions

    Add oil to a skillet and heat over medium heat.

    As skillet heats, add onion and garlic; toss frequently to ensure garlic does not burn. After 5 minutes, add in cumin, chili powder, sea salt and cayenne pepper. Toss to combine and continue cooking another 5 minutes.

    Add a tablespoon of water if the pan starts to dry out. After 10 minutes, remove from heat.

    Place garlic and onion mixture, black beans, reserved black bean liquid, tomato paste, lime juice, apple cider vinegar and fresh cilantro into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Add additional spices to desired taste.

    Transfer dip to serving bowl. Garnish with extra cilantro and sour cream if desired.

    Store in the fridge until ready to serve. Leftovers good for 3-4 days in the fridge.

  • Fully Loaded Guacamole

    Fully Loaded Guacamole

    Fully loaded guacamole is the perfect side for burritos, tacos, quesadillas or all on its own. With bacon, sun-dried tomatoes and Cotija, this delicious and simple guac eats like a meal!
    https://whatsgabycooking.com/loaded-guacamole/

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    Toppings





    Directions

    Cut avocados in half, remove pit and skin, place into a large bowl.

    Add lemon juice, lime juice, red onion, chives, salt and pepper. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth and creamy. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.

    Add toppings and serve with homemade baked Sonora Tortillas.

  • Keto Skillet Chicken Fajitas

    Keto Skillet Chicken Fajitas

    Delicious Keto-friendly skillet chicken fajitas made simple in under thirty minutes.
    https://stockpilingmoms.com/keto-skillet-chicken-fajitas/

    Ingredients

    Fajita filling






    Spices for Fajita Mix






    Directions

    Heat your skillet over medium-high heat with 1 Tbsp olive oil.

    Add peppers and onion, sauce until tender (approximately 5-7 minutes).

    Remove peppers and onions and place on a plate.

    Add remaining olive oil and chicken to the skillet.

    Sauce until chicken is cooked and no longer pink; approximately 8 minutes.

    Add spices and chicken broth, bring to a boil then turn to simmer.

    Add peppers and onions back to the skillet and heat for around 3-5 minutes.

    Serve immediately.