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This vegan ground beef recipe makes a delicious plant-based crumble that you can add to your favorite recipes in place of hamburger, like vegan lasagna soup, taco meat, and more. Ready in minutes, these delicious plant-based veggie crumbles are perfect for your vegetarian meal!

One of my favorite vegan dinners is veggie crumble. Some of my favorites include Vegan Mexican Lasagna, Vegan Baked GT, and Vegan Tacos.
I realize that not everyone has access to store bought veggie crumble, so I decided to create a recipe for making your own vegan ground beef substitute at home. Once you know how to make it, you can use it in all your favorite dishes too!
the main ingredient

Here are the ingredients you will need for this recipe:
- Vegetable Broth — I recommend combing with water better than the bouillon vegetarian base because it uses less packaging and produces a higher-quality broth every time.
- Tomato Paste – You can use tomato paste or alternatively ketchup.
- Soy sauce — You can use soy sauce, tamari (gluten-free soy sauce), or coconut amino acids.
- Worcestershire — We’ll use some vegan Worcestershire sauce to add a meaty flavor to these plant-based crumbles.
- Spices – You’ll need garlic (you can use chopped raw garlic or garlic powder), dehydrated onions (or onion powder), and smoked paprika.
- TVP Granules — You can find textured vegetable protein in the health food section of grocery stores, health food stores, and online.
- Olive Oil — We will add a little oil to the pan to brown the veggie slices.

Why this recipe is a winner
- simple — These plant-based crumbles are ready in minutes!
- flexible — Add veggie crumble to any recipe that calls for hamburger, like sloppy joes, chili, etc.
- Freezer-friendly – It doesn’t take extra time to make a double batch and freeze half for later!

Frequently Asked Questions
What is textured vegetable protein?
Textured vegetable protein, TVP, is made from soy that has had the oil removed. This defatted soy is produced in various formats such as chunks or granules. It’s high in fiber and protein, making it a perfect plant-based meat substitute for your vegetarian diet.
Can you freeze vegan ground beef?
You can freeze veggie beef crumbles for up to 2 months, making them a perfect part of your meal-prep lifestyle.
Serving suggestions
Use these vegan beef strips in your favorite plant-based dishes, such as:
Storage Tips
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 7 days. It can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months.
Vegan Beef Favorite
If you love this vegetarian beef patty, you might be surprised at how many delicious vegan beef recipes you can enjoy trying! Here are some of our favorites:

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For the ground veggie mix:
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You can add 1 to 2 cups of cooked lentils to add fiber and flavor.
Calories: 125kcal | Sugars: 10g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fats: 1g | Monounsaturated fats: 3g | Sodium: 772mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 309IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 3mg
The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator and should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist consultation.