May 05, 2025

Pecan Taco “Meat”

This tasty vegan twist on a classic is perfect for everyone at the table — flavorful, satisfying, and totally plant-powered. Whether you're all-in on Taco Tuesday or just here for the good eats, this one’s a must-try.

  • SERVES: 4
  • TOTAL TIME: 40
  • PREP TIME: 30 MIN
Ingredients
  • 2 cups pecans
  • 1 red onion
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes in oil
  • 1 tablespoon avocado (or olive) oil
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 juice of a lime

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Soak pecans in a bowl, covered with boiling hot water for at least 30 minutes. *Soak overnight for softer texture.

  • Drain pecans. Put them into a food processor and pulse until you have meat like crumbles. *Be careful not to over process or you will end up with pecan butter.

  • Chop onions, garlic, and sun dried tomatoes very fine.

  • Add oil to a skillet, and saute your onions until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).

  • Add in the garlic for 1 more minute.

  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning across and stir to combine. Add in sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 more minute.

  • Add in the crumbled pecans and stir very well. Pour in the soy sauce (or substitute) and the lime juice. Stir well. Cook for another 7-8 minutes.

  • Take off the stove and serve.