Terrific Picadillo Tacos Recipe

Name: Terrific Picadillo Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12-oz. pkg. soy ground meat; 1 medium-sized apple, cored and diced; 1/2 medium-sized onion, diced; 1/4 cup currants or raisins; 1 8-oz. can plain tomato sauce; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 12 to 14 6- to 8-inch corn or flour tortillas; Low-fat sour cream or vegan sour cream; chopped scallions; Grated low-fat cheddar cheese or vegan cheddar-flavored cheese

Servings: persons

1 12-oz. pkg. soy ground meat
1 medium-sized apple, cored and diced
1/2 medium-sized onion, diced
1/4 cup currants or raisins
1 8-oz. can plain tomato sauce
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
12 to 14 6- to 8-inch corn or flour tortillas
Low-fat sour cream or vegan sour cream
chopped scallions
Grated low-fat cheddar cheese or vegan cheddar-flavored cheese

1
To make Picadillo Taco Filling: Put soy ground meat, apple, onion, currants and tomato sauce into a saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2
Stir in cinnamon to taste.
3
Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often.
4
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
To prepare Tortillas: Preheat a cast-iron skillet or griddle on stove over medium-high heat.
6
Lay tortillas in single layers on skillet or griddle for about 10 seconds each.
7
Turn and warm other side.
8
Remove from heat, and wrap in a napkin or dishcloth until ready to assemble tacos.
9
To assemble, set a tortilla on a plate, and spoon on some filling.
10
Top as desired, if using toppings, roll up and eat.

1130

kcal

Calories

Fat

239

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12-oz. pkg. soy ground meat, 1 medium-sized apple, cored and diced, 1/2 medium-sized onion, diced, 1/4 cup currants or raisins, and more.

Yes, Terrific Picadillo Tacos falls under the General 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!

Terrific Picadillo Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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