Vegan Steak with Peppercorn Sauce

Indulge in a plant-based twist on a classic favorite with this mouthwatering Vegan Steak with Peppercorn Sauce. Crafted from a flavorful blend of vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, these homemade vegan steaks are tender, hearty, and packed with umami. The steaks are steamed to perfection and finished off with a satisfying sear for a delightful texture. Topped with a rich, creamy peppercorn sauce made with coconut cream, shallots, and freshly cracked black pepper, this dish is ideal for a special dinner or impressing guests. Whether you're vegan or just exploring meat-free options, this recipe serves up gourmet flavor with every bite while being entirely dairy-free and customizable with gluten-free alternatives. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for the ultimate plant-based comfort meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Vital wheat gluten
• 0.25 cups Chickpea flour
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free option)
• 1 tablespoon Vegan Worcestershire sauce
• 0.75 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for searing)
• 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons Shallots, finely minced
• 0.5 cups Coconut cream or plant-based heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Cracked black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, soy sauce or tamari, and vegan Worcestershire sauce.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until combined. Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes, until it becomes elastic and firm.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a steak-like oval. Wrap each portion tightly in aluminum foil.

Step 5

Steam the wrapped steaks for 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let them cool for 5 minutes before unwrapping.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the vegan steaks for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Set aside while making the sauce.

Step 7

In the same skillet, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 8

Stir in the cracked black peppercorns and salt, cooking for 1 minute to release their aroma.

Step 9

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 10

Stir in the coconut cream or plant-based heavy cream and continue simmering for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 11

Serve the vegan steaks topped with the creamy peppercorn sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2333.4

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5280.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 285.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 606.5mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 2310.2mg	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: 33.4%

Protein: 48.0%

Carbs: 18.6%