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Vegan Carnitas with Mushrooms

Crispy Vegan Carnitas with Mushrooms for Tasty Tacos

Crispy vegan carnitas made with king trumpet mushrooms, perfect for tacos or salads.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carnitas
  • 1 pound King Trumpet Mushrooms Shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons Lime or Orange Juice For brightness
For Serving
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Corn or flour
  • 1 cup Fresh Toppings E.g., Avocado, Cilantro, Red Onion

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Carnitas with Mushrooms
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and parchment paper.
  2. Clean the king trumpet mushrooms gently and pat them dry. Shred the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Combine cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a mixing bowl. Toss the mixture with the shredded mushrooms and olive oil.
  4. Spread the mushrooms on the baking sheet and bake for 25-35 minutes, tossing halfway.
  5. Squeeze fresh lime or orange juice over the mushrooms after baking for added brightness.
  6. Warm tortillas and fill them with the crispy mushroom carnitas and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These vegan carnitas are heart-healthy and can be served with various toppings for added flavor.

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