Vegan Steak Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these mouthwatering Vegan Steak Tacos—an irresistible plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with flavor, these tacos feature tender, marinated seitan strips infused with smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet notes from soy sauce, liquid smoke, lime juice, and maple syrup. The "steak" is perfectly pan-seared for a caramelized finish and served atop warm corn tortillas. Each bite bursts with vibrant toppings like crunchy red cabbage, creamy avocado, zesty pickled red onions, and fresh cilantro, all tied together with a squeeze of fresh lime. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick, high-protein recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive vegan meal for gatherings. Grab a lime wedge and taste the bold, plant-powered flavors in every delicious bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Seitan (thinly sliced or cut into strips)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (divided)
• 8 pieces Small corn tortillas
• 1 cup Shredded red cabbage
• 1 cup Diced avocado
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Pickled red onions
• 1 whole Lime wedges (for serving)
• 0 Salt and pepper (to taste)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, liquid smoke, lime juice, maple syrup, smoked paprika, cumin powder, and garlic powder to create a marinade.

Step 2

Add the sliced seitan to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes, preferably 30 minutes for deeper flavor (optional).

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated seitan strips, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until slightly crispy and caramelized. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a clean skillet, warm the corn tortillas for 30 seconds on each side until pliable and slightly charred. Keep them warm by stacking them under a clean kitchen towel.

Step 5

Assemble the tacos by dividing the cooked seitan evenly among the tortillas. Top each taco with shredded red cabbage, diced avocado, pickled red onions, and chopped cilantro.

Step 6

Drizzle a little olive oil over the tacos if desired, and garnish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1224.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1652.4

Total Fat 75.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3855.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.7g
Protein 96.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 506.2mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 2847.0mg	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: 38.1%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 40.1%