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It’s likely you’ve either seen Jackie Tran’s photos of delicious meals (and tasting them afterward), read his written work, or caught him frolicking around many of the food-themed events happening around Tucson.
However, have you been to his current venture, the Tran’s Fats food truck, parked at Hotel McCoy?
All you’ve got to do is follow your nose to 720 W. Silverlake Rd. #302 and that intense case of the Monday Munchies is cured. Whether you’re looking for some vegan, non-vegan, or gluten-free, you’ll be kickin’ your tummy grumbles to the curb with Tran’s Fat’s menu.
There’s the Shroom Dumplings and their rich pho-spiced filling with a scallion and jalapeño garnish. The side of hoisin, Sriracha, and lime complement them perfectly.
The rice flour battered Crunchy Cauliflower is light but crispy, with the cauliflower inside nicely cooked. Adding potato tots to an order is always wise.
They’re crisp and free of gluten.
The current dipping sauces feature sweet sesame soy, creamy lemon onion mayo, chiltepin mango habanero, gochujang vin, and ketchup. The sauce options all happen to be vegan and gluten-free.
Do yourself a favor and take a trip down to Hotel McCoy to try it all for yourself, but before you go, check out Tran’s Fat’s menu online to see which dishes are available. Right now, the food truck is serving up the goods from 5 – 9 p.m. on Monday – Tuesday, closed on Wednesday, and 5 – 9 p.m. on Thursday – Sunday.
Tran’s Fats is located at Hotel McCoy, 720 W. Silverlake Rd. #302. For more information, visit transfatstucson.com and follow Tran’s Fats on Instagram.
Article written by:
Hannah Hernandez
More about HannahOne of Tucson’s distinguished media creators, Hannah Hernandez, also known as Death Free Foodie, navigates the realms of digital imagery, video editing, and photography.
The trajectory of Hannah’s life changed in 2017 when she adopted a vegan lifestyle, which invited new ways of relating to food and its sources. Choosing to start with sources most immediate to her, Hannah eagerly began exploring local vegan purveyors. Before she knew it she was applying her creative passions toward promoting vegan businesses and makers around Tucson, and Death Free Foodie was born.
Through Death Free Foodie came increased exposure to Tucson’s vegan culture and communities, and it was only a matter of time before Hannah acquired a dedicated following. The growth of Death Free Foodie paralleled Hannah’s personal growth beyond her comfort zones, and she welcomed a new chapter of endless foodie experiences and community involvement.
As means of relaxing, Hannah enjoys dancing and painting her heart out. She also has a garden in her backyard where she grows her favorite herbs, fruits, and veggies.
You can catch glimpses of the many expressions of Hannah’s life’s harvest via her Instagram stories. If you’re curious to see what Hannah’s up to next, follow her at @Deathfreefoodie and check out the link in her bio for reliable access to vegan content.
