Delicious Vegan Nachos - A Meat Substitute You'll Love

TLDRLearn how to make delicious vegan nachos using pecans and chickpeas as a meat substitute. The pecans are boiled to soften the texture and then blended with chickpeas, red bell pepper, and sweet onion. The mixture is sautéed with taco seasoning and liquid smoke. The vegan cheese sauce is made from unsweetened cashew yogurt and vegan cheddar cheese. The nachos are topped with the pecan meat, cheese sauce, fire-roasted corn, black beans, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.

Key insights

🥑The pecans and chickpeas create a delicious meat substitute for vegan dishes.

🧀The vegan cheese sauce adds a creamy and flavorful element to the nachos.

🔥The addition of fire-roasted corn and jalapeno peppers adds a spicy kick to the nachos.

🌽The fire-roasted corn provides a smoky and sweet flavor to the nachos.

🌮The pecan meat can be used as a meat substitute in various dishes like spaghetti, lasagna, and chili.

Q&A

Can I use a different nut instead of pecans?

Yes, you can substitute pecans with other nuts like walnuts or almonds.

Can I use store-bought vegan cheese?

Yes, you can use store-bought vegan cheese instead of making the cheese sauce from scratch.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, you can make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free taco seasoning.

How long will the pecan meat last in the refrigerator?

The pecan meat can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.

Can I freeze the pecan meat?

Yes, you can freeze the pecan meat in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, the host shows how to make delicious vegan nachos using pecans and chickpeas as a meat substitute.

00:36The host boils the pecans to soften their texture and then blends them with chickpeas, red bell pepper, and sweet onion.

01:40The mixture is sautéed with taco seasoning and liquid smoke for added flavor.

04:47The host prepares a vegan cheese sauce using unsweetened cashew yogurt and vegan cheddar cheese.

06:32The nachos are assembled by topping them with the pecan meat, cheese sauce, fire-roasted corn, black beans, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.