June 11, 2023

Plant-Based Ground Beef

A savory mushroom and soy-flake mince for bolognese, lasagna, moussaka, or any dish that wants depth and texture.

Ingredients

• 1 pack mushrooms, about 300 g
• A similar amount in volume of dry soy flakes, using the smallest chunks you can find
• 1 medium onion, cut into small pieces
• 4 tbsp soy or tamari sauce
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 grated clove fresh garlic or 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp smoked paprika powder or paprika powder
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• Black pepper
• 1 tbsp dried basil or oregano (optional)

Process

1. 1.Marinate the soy flakes with the spices, soy sauce, and olive oil.
2. 2.Mix well so all the flakes are covered in spices, then set aside.
3. 3.Cut the onion and mushrooms into small pieces.
4. 4.Fry the onions briefly in a bit of olive oil.
5. 5.After a few minutes, add the mushrooms and cook on a medium to high fire.
6. 6.When the mushrooms start losing juice, add the marinated soy flakes.
7. 7.Keep stir-frying for only a few minutes.
8. 8.Use the mixture in a sauce so the flakes absorb more water and flavor.