Instant Pot® Quinoa Taco Meat Substitute
Description
This flavorful taco meat substitute is made with quinoa, smoky seasonings, and salsa, right in the Instant Pot®, then baked until hot and crispy.
Ingredients
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1 cup quinoa
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1 3/4 cups water
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1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon (such as Better Than Bouillon®)
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1/2 cup salsa
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1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1
Rinse quinoa thoroughly in a mesh strainer. Add quinoa and water to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Stir in vegetable bouillon. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
4
Transfer cooked quinoa to a large bowl. Add salsa, nutritional yeast, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. Spread mixture on the prepared baking sheet.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; stir. Continue baking until quinoa is dry and crisp, 5 to 15 minutes more.