Vegan Carne Asada
Experience the bold, smoky flavors of this Vegan Carne Asada, a plant-based twist on the classic Mexican recipe! Made with hearty portobello mushrooms as the star ingredient, this dish captures the essence of carne asada with a zesty marinade of tamari, lime juice, orange juice, and fragrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika. The mushrooms are grilled to perfection, delivering charred, savory goodness in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes (plus marinating time), this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard cookouts. Serve the tender slices in warm tortillas and top with fresh cilantro, salsa, or avocado for a vibrant and satisfying vegan meal that even meat-lovers will adore. Perfect for taco nights, burrito bowls, or as a flavorful protein-packed centerpiece—this Vegan Carne Asada is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 large caps portobello mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Clean the portobello mushrooms by wiping them with a damp cloth. Remove the stems and gently scrape out the gills with a spoon.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, tamari or soy sauce, lime juice, orange juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Step 3
Add the portobello mushroom caps to the marinade, turning to coat them evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or longer if you have time.
Step 4
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Lightly grease with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Grill the mushrooms for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are tender. Baste them with any remaining marinade while grilling for additional flavor.
Step 6
Remove the mushrooms from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Step 7
Slice the grilled portobello mushrooms into thin strips.
Step 8
Serve the vegan carne asada strips with warm tortillas, fresh cilantro, and your favorite toppings, such as chopped onions, salsa, or avocado.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (698.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 620.8 |
| Total Fat 46.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3067.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.8g | |
| Protein 24.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2760.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories