Vegan Carne Asada Tacos
Get ready to elevate taco night with these mouthwatering Vegan Carne Asada Tacos—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Packed with bold, authentic flavors, this recipe features tender seitan strips infused with a zesty marinade of orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Grilled to perfection, the seitan becomes irresistibly smoky and slightly crispy, making it the star of these tacos. Served on warm corn tortillas and topped with creamy avocado slices, crisp red onions, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, every bite delivers a burst of vibrant, satisfying goodness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick cook, these vegan tacos are perfect for weeknight meals, gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a plant-based take on a Mexican-inspired classic!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces seitan
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 lime wedges
Directions
Step 1
Slice the seitan into strips about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, chili powder, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 3
Add the seitan strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Step 4
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated seitan strips in a single layer.
Step 5
Grill the seitan for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they are browned and slightly crispy. Remove from heat.
Step 6
Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Step 7
Assemble the tacos by placing a few pieces of grilled seitan on each tortilla. Top with sliced avocado, red onion, a sprinkle of cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Carne Asada Tacos!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1401.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2113.4 |
| Total Fat 66.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2499.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 245.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.9g | |
| Protein 150.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 604.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2352.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories