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This flavour-packed Mexican SHRED is a versatile, plant-based alternative to traditional
pulled meat dishes. Warm spices, sautéed peppers and onions, and a lightly sweet
tomato-based sauce create depth and balance, while Maia textured protein SHRED
delivers satisfying texture and clean, plant-based protein. Perfect for bowls, tacos,
wraps, or meal prep, this recipe is nourishing, comforting, and crowd-friendly.
Easy
30 min
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
4-5
1½ cups Maia Textured Protein SHRED (dry) from Maia Farms
¾ cup hot vegetable broth or water (for hydration)
1 tbsp avocado oil
1 medium onion, small dice
1 red bell pepper, small dice
1 yellow bell pepper, small dice
¾ cup mild salsa (smooth or chunky)
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp maple syrup or agave
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¾ tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Garnish (optional):
Green onions, chopped
Cilantro, chopped
Serve over seasoned rice and beans for a hearty bowl, or use as a filling for tacos, burritos, wraps, or nachos. This Mexican Shred is ideal for meal prep and works beautifully in plant-forward, gluten-free lifestyles.
Instructions
1. Rehydrate the Maia SHRED
Place the Maia SHRED in a bowl and cover with hot vegetable broth or water. Let sit for
5–10 minutes until fully hydrated.
2. Sauté the vegetables
Heat avocado oil in a large sauté pan or skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and
bell peppers and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly
golden.
3. Add Maia SHRED
Stir the hydrated Maia SHRED into the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to lightly
caramelize and absorb flavour.
4. Build the sauce
Add salsa, tomato paste, maple syrup, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, chili powder,
garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to fully coat the mixture.
5. Simmer and thicken
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until
the mixture becomes thick, glossy, and well integrated.
6. Finish with lime
Remove from heat and stir in fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
