You may have noticed that Trader Joe’s is pretty much my go-to grocery store – I shop there weekly and so many of their products are staples in my home. One such product is their vegan Soy Chorizo – I use it in so many different ways and recipes. I’ve even used it on vegan nachos!
The TJ’s Soy Chorizo – or “Soyrizo,” as I like to call it – is featured so well in this stew. It adds a great texture, especially when contrasted with both the cherry tomatoes and chickpeas. It also makes flavoring this dish super easy – the Soyrizo already has a slightly spicy and (a bit more) salty taste, so all that really needs to be added is a bit of smoked paprika (or swap with regular paprika if that’s all you have at home!).
I know that not everyone has a Trader Joe’s nearby, so if you can’t easily access this “Soyrizo,” any vegan meat alternative will work. You just might need to add a few extra spices, like cayenne pepper and chili powder, to taste. If packaged meat alternatives aren’t your thing, you could also give Sweet Simple Vegan’s Mushroom Walnut Vegan Taco Meat a try in this dish.
In addition to this dish being super quick and easy to make, it’s also gluten-free! The Trader Joe’s Soyrizo is gluten-free (be sure to check whatever vegan meat alternative you use to ensure it’s gluten-free!).
If you’re making your grocery list for your next shopping trip, be sure to include Trader Joe’s “Soyrizo” on it so you can give this dish a try! I would love the hear what you think of this dish or if you make any changes. Let me know in the comments or message me at @thejewishvegan on Instagram. And, as always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out. Now, let’s get started!
Soyrizo & Chickpea Stew
Ingredients
- ½ package Trader Joe's Soyrizo or other vegan meat alternative
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup vegetable broth plus 2 tbsp
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- lime juice to taste
- cayenne pepper, salt, & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Once heated, add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
- Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Soyrizo and break into large chunks. Cook for 3-4 minutes, moving gently.
- Add the tomato paste and stir into the Soyrizo.
- Add the rest of the ingredients* and let cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Notes
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