If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying vegan Thanksgiving dish, look no further than this beef crumbles recipe! This dish is perfect for those who want to enjoy all the flavors of a traditional Thanksgiving meal without the use of animal products. Not only is it delicious, but it's also healthy and easy to make, making it a great addition to any holiday menu. Follow along for a step-by-step guide on how to make this vegan beef crumbles dish that will leave your taste buds and your guests wanting more.
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What You'll Need
For the Beef Crumbles
1 cup of textured vegetable protein (TVP)
1 cup of vegetable broth
3 tablespoons of soy sauce
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of paprika
1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
For the Thanksgiving Dish
1 cup of cooked quinoa
1 cup of cooked lentils
1 cup of diced carrots
1 cup of diced celery
1 cup of diced onion
2 cloves of minced garlic
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
1 teaspoon of dried sage
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1 cup of vegetable broth
How to Make Vegan Beef Crumbles
First, you'll need to prepare the beef crumbles by rehydrating the TVP with vegetable broth and soy sauce. In a bowl, combine the TVP, vegetable broth, and soy sauce. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes until the TVP has absorbed the liquid.
In a pan, heat up the olive oil over medium heat and add in the rehydrated TVP. Add in the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes until the TVP is lightly browned and crispy.
How to Make the Thanksgiving Dish
In a separate pan, heat up the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Add in the cooked quinoa, lentils, thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Add in the cooked beef crumbles and 1 cup of vegetable broth to the pan with the vegetable and quinoa mixture. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
And there you have it, a delicious and vegan-friendly beef crumbles dish that will be a hit at any Thanksgiving dinner. Serve it as a main dish or as a side to your other holiday favorites. This dish is sure to please both vegans and non-vegans alike. Enjoy!
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