Trader Joe's Soy Chorizo Recipe
Have you ever tried the soy chorizo from Trader Joe’s? Oh my gosh-it’s so tasty, right? It’s spicy, a little smoky, and just really, really good.
Today, I’m going to show you how to make your very own soy chorizo. It’s totally vegan, super yummy, and really easy to make. You only need a few ingredients, and most of them are things you might already have at home.
Today, I’m going to show you how to make your very own soy chorizo. It’s totally vegan, super yummy, and really easy to make. You only need a few ingredients, and most of them are things you might already have at home.
Ingredients
- Water for boiling and hydrating
- 6 dried chiles stems, veins, and seeds removed – Guajillo or similar recommended
- 2 dried chipotle chiles
- 1 cup TVP Texturized Vegetable Protein
- ½ cup avocado oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4 tsp liquid aminos
- 1½ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Hydrate the Chilies and TVP
In a medium saucepan, bring enough water to a boil to submerge your dried chiles and TVP. Add the 6 chiles and 2 chipotle chiles (make sure they’re de-veined and deseeded) and the 1 cup of TVP. Turn off the heat and let them soak for about 10 minutes, until the chiles are soft and the TVP is fully hydrated.
Step 2: Blend the Flavor Base
In a blender or food processor, combine the softened chiles, hydrated garlic cloves, ½ tsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tsp nutritional yeast, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 4 tsp liquid aminos, and 1½ tsp sea salt. Add a splash of the soaking water to help the blending process. Blend until you have a smooth, thick sauce.
Step 3: Mix & Cook
In a large skillet, heat ½ cup of avocado oil over low heat. Add your blended chile sauce and stir well to combine. Then, fold in the hydrated TVP. Mix everything thoroughly until the TVP is evenly coated in that rich, smoky mixture.
Let it cook on low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the flavors are infused.
Step 4: Crisp It Up
Turn the heat up to medium and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the soy chorizo to develop those irresistible crispy bits. Cook to your desired doneness-some like it soft, others like a little more crunch!
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Notes
To store Trader Joe’s Soy Chorizo, place it in a sealed, resealable plastic bag and refrigerate. This minimizes air exposure and keeps it fresh for up to 5 days. Alternatively, wrap it in plastic wrap or foil before bagging. For reheating, simply warm it in a skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through. Avoid microwaving, as it may affect texture.