Tempeh Tacos with Slaw

Serves: 4 

IngredientsQtyPrep
Corn tortillas10 no.small
For Tempeh
Tempeh2 x 8 ozCrumbled
Oil4 Tbsp
Soy sauce2 Tbsp
Lime juice1 Tbsp
Red chili sauce1/2 cup
For Slaw
Cabbage8 ozshred finely
Carrots4 ozshred finely
Red onion1/2 mediumshred finely
Sugar2 Tbsp
Table salt1 Tbsp
Taco seasoningto taste
For Crema
Avocado2 small
Greek yogurt1/4 cup
Garlic2 cloves
Green chilliesto taste
Cilantroto taste
Saltto taste

Method:
  • Crumble the tempeh by hand to individual grains
  • Heat oil in a big skillet and add the tempeh
  • Fry for 2 minutes before stirring and repeat till lightly browned. Add oil if necessary.
  • Transfer to a bowl, add the soy sauce, red chili sauce and lime juice and mix
  • Combine shredded cabbage, onion and carrot in a bowl, leaving plenty of room to toss
  • Sprinkle with sugar and salt and toss to combine
  • Let rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water
  • Transfer to a large kitchen towel and blot the mixture dry 
  • Return to the bowl and sprinkle taco seasoning to taste
  • Blend the crema ingredients to a smooth sauce, adding water as needed
  • Wet tortillas and microwave them between parchment sheets
  • Assemble and enjoy!
Note:
  • Red chili sauce can be swapped with chopped 2-3 chipotle peppers from a can

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