Best Soyrizo Recipe (Vegan Soy Chorizo) (2024)

Get ready for the Best Soyrizo Recipe ever! With just 9 simple ingredients and 15 minutes, whip up this super tasty, spicy, crumbly, vegan soy chorizo. You won't believe it's not the real thing!

Indulge in the flavors of this incredible soyrizo, perfect for tacos, burritos, breakfast scrambles, or any dish that needs a spicy kick! This recipe is a game-changer for plant-based cooking.

Plus, it's budget-friendly and can be customized to suit your spice tolerance. Say goodbye to bland vegan substitutes and hello to a mouthwatering soyrizo that even meat lovers will adore.

Looking for more plant-based alternatives to meat? Dive into the smoky goodness of Tempeh Bacon, enjoy a hearty Tofu Steak, or spice things up with zesty Vegan Pepperoni.

🧾 Ingredient notes

Tofu: When it comes to making soyrizo, you have a few options to choose from in terms of types of tofu: firm, extra firm, or silken tofu. Each type offers its own advantages.

Extra firm tofu provides an even denser texture, which holds up exceptionally well during cooking. This makes it ideal for those who prefer a hearty and robust soyrizo.

Silken tofu, on the other hand, offers a creamy and delicate texture that can add a luxurious touch to your soyrizo. However, it can create a silky-smooth consistency that some may find appealing.

Personally, I prefer using firm tofu. Its dense texture adds a satisfying bite to each mouthful, and its ability to absorb flavors makes for a delicious and satisfying meal every time.

I particularly enjoy the texture it provides over extra firm tofu, as I find extra firm tofu to be overly dense for my taste.

If you have a 16-ounce (450 grams) block of tofu instead of a 14-ounce (400 grams) one, it's perfectly fine.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil: I love using extra virgin olive oil, but feel free to use whatever oil you like. You can try avocado oil, coconut oil, or even vegetable oil to change up the flavor.

Soy Sauce: It is great, but if you're avoiding gluten, you can use tamari or coconut aminos instead. They both give a similar salty flavor without the gluten.

Store-Bought or Homemade Chili powder: this soyrizo recipe calls for traditional American chili powder, not cayenne. Cayenne and international chili powders are usually incredibly spicy.

So if you live outside of the United States, please keep that in mind. If you can only find cayenne, add it to taste until the sauce is okay for you, but not too spicy.

If you're not into spicy food or prefer your soyrizo mild, feel free to omit it or use less. Adjust according to your taste preferences!

Apple Cider Vinegar: It adds a nice tang, but you can use any vinegar you have on hand. Try white wine vinegar, red wine vinegar, or even balsamic vinegar for different flavors.

If you're out of vinegar, lemon juice works as a great substitute!

Liquid Smoke: It adds a delicious smoky flavor to the soyrizo. However, if you can't find it, don't worry! You can easily omit it without compromising the dish.

Still, it does contribute an extra depth of flavor that enhances the overall taste.

📋 Variations

• Spicy Tempeh Chorizo: Swap out tofu for crumbled tempeh and use the same spices for a hearty and spicy alternative.
• Black Bean Chorizo: Combine mashed black beans with the spice mixture for a flavorful and protein-packed chorizo substitute.
• Lentil Chorizo: Cooked lentils seasoned with the same spice blend create a delicious and nutritious chorizo-like dish.
• Quinoa Chorizo: Mix cooked quinoa with the spice mix for a protein-rich and gluten-free chorizo option.
• Mushroom Chorizo: Finely chop mushrooms and sauté with the spice blend for a savory and umami-rich chorizo alternative.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1. Crumble the tofu into bite-sized pieces using a fork or simply by hand.

Step 2. Heat the oil in a skillet and cook the tofu over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes or until it starts to golden brown.

Step 3. Add all the remaining ingredients, stir until well combined, and cook over medium-high heat for another 5 minutes.

Step 4. Serve the soyrizo immediately.

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