Nacho Fries Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 large onion (diced)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 2 cups warm water
• 2/3 cup salsa
• Sea salt & pepper (to taste)
• Diced avocado ((optional))
• 700 g potatoes ((about 5 medium) cut into sticks)
• 1 1/2 tbsp taco seasoning ((see notes))
• 1 1/2 cup TVP granules ((dried textured vegetable protein) (see notes))
• 3 tbsp soy sauce ((see notes))
• 1 pinch of red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
• 1 batch vegan cheese sauce (or store-bought vegan nacho cheese)
• 2 small tomatoes (diced)
• 2 small sweet peppers (diced)
• Scallions or chives (to garnish)
• Hot sauce (to taste (optional))
• Fresh jalapeños ((optional))