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Vegan Tinaktak (Chamoru "Beef" Coconut Stew)

Keisha
This vegan tinaktak (tee•nak•tak) is my version of the traditional Chamoru dish. It's a mix of vegan ground beef, veggies, and coconut milk. It’s one of Guam’s most popular dishes and is a staple in every Chamoru household. So, if you want a taste of what Guam is like, then you need to try this dish.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine CHamoru
Servings 6 servings
Calories 401 kcal

Equipment

  • Chopping Board
  • Knife
  • Large pan
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack Impossible Beef (defrosted)
  • ½ Onion (diced)
  • 3-4 Garlic cloves (minced)
  • 2 cups Grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 cups Green beans (cut in thirds)
  • ¼ cup Vegetable broth
  • 1 ½ tablespoon Soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 2 cans Full-fat coconut milk (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • White rice (for serving)
Optional
  • Chili pepper (or donne' dinanche)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a tablespoon of oil on a large pan over medium heat. Saute the onions and garlic until fragrant.
  • Add the vegan ground meat to the pan and cook until lightly browned. Next, add in the green beans, and tomatoes. Saute for 5 min till cooked.
  • Add the coconut milk, and vegetable broth until well combined. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and allow it to simmer for 10 minutes.
  • After 5 minutes, add in the soy sauce, lemon juice, and chili pepper (if using), stir, and let it continue to simmer. Finally add in salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed. Serve over a bowl of rice and enjoy!

Notes

  • To make this spicy, add some Thai chili pepper or donne’ dinanche.
  • You can omit the vegan ground beef and make it a pure vegetable tinaktak, or use textured vegetable protein! Be sure to rehydrate the Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) in broth or water first before using.
  • If you prefer a less "soupy" tinaktak, use one can of coconut milk.
  • If you have leftovers, you can store them in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
  • This dish can easily be reheated in the microwave.
Calories: 401kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 27gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 574mgPotassium: 536mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 728IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 7mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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