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A plate filled with white rice garnished with chopped herbs and a serving of plant-based ground meat cooked with diced vegetables such as carrots and potatoes. A spoon rests in the meat portion. Next to the plate, there is a small bowl of green sauce with a spoon in it. A folded napkin is partially visible.
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Easy Plant-Based Mexican Beef Picadillo Recipe

This Easy Plant-Based Mexican Beef Picadillo Recipe is not just a vegan take on a beloved classic, but it's also an adaptable, flavorful, and healthy dish perfect for any occasion. Whether you're making tacos for a quick dinner or prepping meals for the week, this recipe delivers in taste, nutrition, and authenticity.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 12- oz plant-based ground beef
  • 1- 15 oz can tomato sauce or puree
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced
  • 1-2 potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2 in diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 dried bay leave
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Brown the plant-based ground beef.
  • If needed, add oil and sauté the garlic and onion for three minutes or until fragrant.
  • Then, add the tomato sauce, vegetables, thyme, marjoram, bay leaf, and salt.
  • Cover and let it cook for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully cooked.
  • If it's too dry, add a tablespoon or so of water.
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