Vegan Classic Beef BBQ
Savor the smoky, tangy goodness of this Vegan Classic Beef BBQ, a plant-based twist on a beloved backyard favorite! Made with tender seitan, seasoned to perfection with bold spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, and slathered in a zesty homemade BBQ sauce infused with apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke, this recipe delivers all the rich, smoky flavors of traditional barbecue without the meat. Grilled to achieve a tantalizing caramelized crust, the seitan strips are layered onto toasted hamburger buns and topped with crunchy pickles and crisp red onion slices for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy, high-protein meal is ideal for weeknight dinners, summer cookouts, or any time you're craving a mouthwatering vegan BBQ experience. Pair it with coleslaw or grilled corn for a complete plant-based feast!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams seitan (wheat gluten)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 250 milliliters BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 6 pieces hamburger buns
- 6 slices pickles
- 0.5 sliced red onion
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Slice the seitan into thin strips resembling beef slices.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt.
Step 4
Add the sliced seitan to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
Step 5
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and liquid smoke. Stir occasionally until heated through, then remove from heat.
Step 6
Place the seasoned seitan strips on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they achieve grill marks and are heated through.
Step 7
Brush the seitan with the prepared BBQ sauce during the last minute of cooking on each side, allowing the sauce to caramelize slightly.
Step 8
Remove the seitan from the grill and toss the grilled seitan in the remaining BBQ sauce to coat completely.
Step 9
Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
Step 10
Assemble the BBQ sandwiches by placing coated seitan on the bottom bun, adding a slice of pickle and a few slices of red onion on top.
Step 11
Complete the sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1244.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1707.8 |
| Total Fat 61.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5045.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 186.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 97.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 64.8g | |
| Protein 190.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 996.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1341.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories