If you didn’t already know, our instructor Christina is an INCREDIBLE cook. She shared with us (and let us eat!) this easy recipe for Walnut Tacos. You should definitely give it a try.
Walnut Tacos
The first time I made these tacos my kitchen smelled so good that even my dog thought they where made with meat and was begging for a bite of taco.
Yield: 12-6 inch Tortillas
Prep Time: 2 hours 15 min. (2 hours for the walnuts to soak)
Cook Time: 25 min.
Ingredients:
Salt & Pepper to taste
1-10oz bag of minced walnuts
12-6 inch tortillas
6-7 oz. kale (I buy the 10oz. precut/ washed)
5-6 oz. queso fresco (break into small pieces)
1 lime cut into wedges
1 jalapeño thinly chopped (or two if you like it hot)
1/2 Tbsp. minced garlic
1/4 cup diced white onion (about 1/2 a small onion)
1 & 1/4 cup almond milk (or regular milk)
2 Tbsp. EVOO
2 Tbsp. chili 9000 spice made by Penzey (or a low sodium taco seasoning that you like)
Your favorite fresh salsa (as much as you like!)
What you need to do:
Put the walnuts and the almond milk in a dish and cover. Let them soak for at least two hours (it’s ok to let them soak all day).
FUN FACT: when you soak walnuts in milk it removes their bitterness, it also makes them a bit softer and they should expand a little too.
When you are getting ready to cook, drain the walnuts of any excess fluid (it will not be very much).
On medium heat, add oil to your pan, let the oil get warm then add the onion. Cook the onion for about 5 minutes, add in your garlic and cook the combo just until the garlic starts to brown (2 or 3 minutes).
Add in the walnuts and your taco seasoning, cook the ingredients for about 15 min or until there is no more liquid in the pan. Add you salt and pepper to your taste.
Time to build your Walnut Tacos!
Start with the tortilla, add kale, spoon in your walnut meat, top with salsa, cheese, and jalapeños. Lastly, squeeze some lime over top for an added zip to your tacos.
What can I say, I am nuts about tacos (and love a cheesy joke). Hope you enjoy! – CG
