Vegan Chorizo

Bring bold, smoky flavors to your plant-based meals with this easy-to-make Vegan Chorizo! Crafted with crumbled extra-firm tofu and seasoned with a vibrant blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and a touch of oregano, this recipe delivers all the spicy, savory goodness of traditional chorizo without any meat. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds a tangy twist, perfectly balancing the rich spices. Ready in just 25 minutes, this protein-packed vegan alternative is perfect for tacos, burritos, pizza toppings, or even breakfast scrambles. Whether you're a devoted vegan or simply looking for a flavorful meat-free option, this Vegan Chorizo is guaranteed to elevate your recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz extra-firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Start by draining and pressing the extra-firm tofu. Wrap it in a clean dish towel and place something heavy on top for at least 15 minutes to remove the excess moisture.

Step 2

2. Once pressed, crumble the tofu into small pieces using your hands or a fork. It should resemble ground meat in consistency.

Step 3

3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the edges start to brown.

Step 4

4. While the tofu is cooking, prepare the spice mixture. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, ground coriander, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

5. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the browned tofu. Stir well to coat the tofu evenly with the spices.

Step 6

6. Pour the apple cider vinegar over the spiced tofu and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and fragrant.

Step 7

7. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt or pepper to taste, or a dash more vinegar for additional tang.

Step 8

8. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your vegan chorizo in tacos, burritos, on pizza, or as a filling for any dish of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(464.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	888.1

Total Fat 61.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2442.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 64.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2786.2mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 1204.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 12.1%