Soyrizo – Vegan Soy Chorizo

Vegan Soy Chorizo or Soyrizo or whatever you want to call it, it’s spicy, meaty, and delicious!  You can find different varieties of soyrizo at many grocery stores.  Even Trader Joe’s has their own soy chorizo that’s really tasty.  However, it’s so easy to make your own, you will never need to buy the store-bought varieties again!

With just a few simple ingredients you can make this recipe in about 10 minutes.

Why make your own Soyrizo?

• You can adjust the level of spiciness. – Some varieties are just too hot!
• Make it with less oil and reduce the fat content. – Trader 50 gm fat in 1 package and kind of greasy.
• Homemade soy chorizo has no artificial coloring or preservatives!
• It saves you a ton of money!  It’s about 1/2 the cost to make your own!
• No need to refrigerate the ingredients to make it. – Works great for camping!
• Made from simple ingredients you may already have in your pantry.

What is soy chorizo?

Soy chorizo is a spicy meat substitute made from soy protein or TVP.  It makes a great meat alternative for tacos, soups, chili, or any spicy Mexican style dish.

What is TVP?

TVP stands for textured vegetable protein. It is essentially dehydrated soy flour.  It soaks up the flavor of anything that you re-hydrate it with and then can be used as you would any meat substitute.  You can find it at most health food stores in the bulk section or with the Bob’s Red Mill section of many grocery stores.  I even find variations of it at local Mexican and Indian markets.  You can also use Bulter fine soy crumbs which are made with whole soy instead of soy flour.

Is Soyrizo vegan?

Yes! This homemade version is gluten-free too!

How do you make soy chorizo?

1. Start making a broth by adding boiling water, oil, soy sauce, vinegar, paprika, salt, chili powder, and cayenne to a mixing bowl.
2. Pour in the dry TVP, give it a stir, and let it soak up the liquid for about 5 minutes.
3. Put some oil in a skillet and pour in the soaked TVP along with any extra broth that has not yet soaked in.
4. Fry the soyrizo on medium heat for about 5 minutes until it is heated through and any excess broth has evaporated.
5. Serve as you would soyrizo in any of your favorite recipes!

Can I make soy chorizo with tofu?

Yes! To make it with Tofu instead:

1. Press the tofu and get out all excess liquid and then crumble into small pieces. (Pre-freezing your tofu will help you get more water out of it).
2. Make the broth as you would for the TVP, but reduce the water to only use 1/4 cup instead of the 3/4 cup.
3. Marinate the tofu in the broth for about 15 minutes.
4. Then fry for about 5-7 minutes until the liquid has evaporated and it starts to brown slightly.

Is Soyrizo healthier than chorizo?

Vegan chorizo, aka soyrizo, is made from soy has less fat than typical chorizo and 0 cholesterol.

What recipes can I make with soy chorizo?

Soy chorizo is great to just fry up and use as spicy “meat” in tacos, burritos, chili or soups.

One of our favorite things to make with it is soy chorizo dip!  Whip up this dip in minutes for your next party!  It will be a hit for sure!

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Soyrizo - Vegan Soy Chorizo

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

10 mins

 

A homemade soyrizo aka soy chorizo make with TVP and spices.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican, vegan

Keyword: soy chorizo, soyrizo, vegan chorizo

Servings: 4

Calories: 170 kcal

Author: Monica Davis | The Hidden Veggies

Ingredients

For the broth:

• 3/4 cup boiling water
• 1 tbsp oil any neutral flavored oil will work or omit completely for reduced fat
• 1 tbsp Bragg's Liquid Aminos
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or more for extra spicy

For the "meat"

• 1 1/3 cup TVP or any dehydrated soy protein o
• 1 tbsp oil for frying the soyrizo

Instructions

Make the broth

1. Add boiling water, oil, soy sauce, vinegar, paprika, salt, chili powder, and cayenne to a mixing bowl.

Make the "meat"

1. Pour the dry TVP into the broth, give it a stir, and let it soak up the liquid for about 5 minutes.

2. Put some oil in the bottom of a skillet and pour in the soaked TVP along with any extra broth that has not yet soaked in.

3. Fry the soyrizo on medium heat for about 5 minutes until it is heated through and any excess broth has evaporated.

4. Serve as you would soyrizo in any of your favorite recipes.

Recipe Notes

• Reduce or increase cayenne to adjust the level of spiciness.
• Use Bragg's or Tamari if you need it to be gluten-free.
• You can also you Butler soy crumbles or any other dehydrated soy product instead of TVP.

To make with Tofu instead:

• Press the tofu and get out all excess liquid and then crumble into small pieces.
• Make the broth as you would for the TVP, but reduce the water to only use 1/4 cup instead of the 3/4 cup.
• Soak the tofu in the broth for about 15 minutes and then fry for about 5-7 minutes until the liquid has evaporated and it starts to brown slightly.

Nutrition Facts

Soyrizo - Vegan Soy Chorizo

Amount Per Serving (0.75 cup)

Calories 170 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Sodium 833mg36%

Potassium 38mg1%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 5g21%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 15g30%

Vitamin A 1030IU21%

Calcium 103mg10%

Iron 3.8mg21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.