Vegan Carne Adovada Burritos

Ingredients

• to tasteNew Mexico red chile sauce
• 227 g (8 oz)Butler soy curls
• to tasteShredded lettuce, for garnish
• to tasteChopped tomatoes
• to tasteVegan sour cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the soy curls

   Put the soy curls in a large bowl and cover them with hot water to soak.

2. 2

   Prepare the sauce

   Make the New Mexico red chile sauce according to its recipe.

3. 3

   Start the simmer

   Blend the red chile sauce, pour it into a large pot and bring it to a simmer.

4. 4

   Add the soy curls

   Drain the soy curls and add them to the pot with the chile sauce.

5. 5

   Simmer the mixture

   Simmer for 30 minutes.

What are carne adovada burritos?

Carne adovada is a New Mexican dish traditionally made with pork in red chile sauce. This version swaps in soy curls, which soak up the sauce as they simmer.

The recipe keeps the filling simple and suggests lettuce, tomatoes and vegan sour cream as garnishes. No tortilla is listed, so add one separately if you want to serve the filling as a burrito.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 1050 calories, 112g protein, 104g carbs, 18g fat.

The soy curls provide most of the protein and are also the main source of carbohydrates in the listed ingredients; the red chile sauce contributes additional nutrients and may contribute fat or sodium depending on its recipe. The listed toppings add freshness, while their amounts are unspecified. For a more balanced plate, serve with a generous amount of lettuce and tomatoes alongside the filling.

The soy curls

Soaking first: cover the curls with hot water in a large bowl, then drain them before adding them to the pot.

Even coating: stir the drained curls into the sauce so they are surrounded by it during the simmer.

The red chile sauce

Sauce choice: the recipe calls for New Mexico red chile sauce, prepared according to its own recipe. Its flavour and thickness will shape the finished filling.

Blending: blend the sauce before pouring it into the pot, as directed. Bring it to a simmer before adding the curls.

Simmering for flavour

Gentle heat: once the sauce is simmering, add the drained curls and keep the mixture simmering for 30 minutes.

Check the pot occasionally and adjust the heat as needed to maintain a simmer rather than a vigorous boil.

Toppings and serving

Fresh finish: use shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes and vegan sour cream as garnishes. Add them after cooking so they remain distinct from the warm filling.

For burritos, serve the filling with tortillas, which are not included in the ingredient list. It also works as a filling served on its own with the listed toppings.

Timing and preparation

The stated total time is 60 minutes, including preparation of the sauce and soaking the curls. The method specifies a 30-minute simmer once the curls have been added.

Prepare the red chile sauce before starting the simmer so it is ready to blend and heat when needed.

Recipe notes & tips

• Use a large bowl so the soy curls can soak evenly.
• Drain the curls well before adding them to the sauce.
• Blend the sauce before heating it, as directed.
• Keep the pot at a simmer for the full 30 minutes.
• Add the lettuce, tomatoes and vegan sour cream as garnishes after cooking.

Variations

• Extra lettuce: add more shredded lettuce for a crisp contrast.
• Tomato topping: use additional chopped tomatoes for a fresher finish.
• Creamy finish: add vegan sour cream just before serving.
• Burrito-style serving: wrap the filling and toppings in a tortilla, which is not included in this recipe.
• Sauce adjustment: make the red chile sauce according to your preferred version of its recipe.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Skipping the soak: cover the soy curls with hot water before using them.
• Adding undrained curls: drain them after soaking so excess water does not dilute the sauce.
• Using sauce before blending: blend the red chile sauce before pouring it into the pot.
• Boiling too hard: keep the sauce at a simmer while the curls cook.
• Adding toppings too early: put the lettuce, tomatoes and vegan sour cream on at serving time.

How to store

Refrigerate leftover filling in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat it in a saucepan over a low heat, stirring until hot; keep fresh toppings separate until serving.

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