Jamaican Curried Tempeh Tacos Recipe

Name: Jamaican Curried Tempeh Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbs. peanut oil; 1 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, diced (1 cup); 1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice; 2 Tbs. chopped cilantro; 2 1/2 tsp. curry powder; 1 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger; 1 Tbs. lime juice; 1 tsp. grated lime zest; 4 6-inch corn or flour tortillas, warmed; 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1/2 cup curly mustard greens, finely chopped; 2 Tbs. chopped peanuts, optional

Servings: persons

1 Tbs. peanut oil
1 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, diced (1 cup)
1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
2 Tbs. chopped cilantro
2 1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 Tbs. lime juice
1 tsp. grated lime zest
4 6-inch corn or flour tortillas, warmed
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup curly mustard greens, finely chopped
2 Tbs. chopped peanuts, optional

1
Heat oil in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion, and cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until onion is softened.
3
Stir in tempeh, pineapple juice, cilantro, curry powder, and ginger.
4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Cook 5 minutes, or until pineapple juice evaporates and tempeh starts to brown, stirring occasionally.
6
Remove from heat, stir in lime juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper.
7
Fill tortillas with tempeh mixture.
8
Add red bell pepper and mustard greens.
9
Top with peanuts, if desired.

856

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbs. peanut oil, 1 small sweet onion, such as Vidalia or Walla Walla, diced (1 cup), 1 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice, and more.

Yes, Jamaican Curried Tempeh Tacos falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Jamaican Curried Tempeh Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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