Vegan Chicken Doner

Experience the bold and satisfying flavors of a street food classic with this easy and delicious Vegan Chicken Doner recipe. Made with protein-packed extra firm tofu, marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, this plant-based twist on a traditional doner kebab is bursting with savory goodness. Pan-grilled to perfection for a crispy, golden finish, the tofu strips are layered into warm pita bread alongside crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, and tangy red onions. Complete each wrap with a generous drizzle of creamy vegan garlic and tahini sauces for an irresistible flavor explosion. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and customizable recipe is perfect for a wholesome lunch, dinner, or meal prep option that satisfies vegans and non-vegans alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Extra firm tofu
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Large pita breads
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Sliced tomatoes
• 1 cup Sliced cucumber
• 0.5 cup Sliced red onion
• 0.5 cup Vegan garlic sauce
• 0.5 cup Vegan tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu: Wrap the tofu block in a clean kitchen towel, place it on a plate, and set a heavy pan or a book on top. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes to remove excess water.

Step 2

While the tofu is pressing, prepare the marinade. In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Once the tofu is pressed, cut it into thin strips resembling chicken strips.

Step 4

Place the tofu strips in a shallow dish and pour the prepared marinade over them. Ensure all strips are coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 5

Preheat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Cook the marinated tofu strips for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Warm the pita breads by placing them on the grill or in a preheated oven at low temperature for a few minutes.

Step 8

Assemble the doner: Lay a warmed pita on a plate, add a layer of cooked tofu strips, then top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.

Step 9

Drizzle with vegan garlic sauce and tahini sauce as desired.

Step 10

Fold the pita over the filling, wrap it in parchment paper or aluminum foil, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1450.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2413.1

Total Fat 142.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5730.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 109.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3110.6mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 2712.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.1%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 31.4%