How to Make Seitan Fajitas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Seitan fajitas are a delicious and satisfying plant-based alternative to traditional beef or chicken fajitas. Made with seitan, a high-protein meat substitute made from wheat gluten, these fajitas are not only packed with flavor, but also provide a healthy dose of protein and essential nutrients. Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, seitan fajitas are a great option for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • 1 pound seitan, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 10 whole grain tortillas

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 10 fajitas

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bell peppers and onion in hot oil until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add seitan, soy sauce, garlic, chili powder, paprika, and cumin; cook and stir until seitan is heated through, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Spoon seitan filling onto each tortilla and fold tortilla around filling.
  • Nutrition

    424 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 925mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 67g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 99mg
    • Calcium: 62mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 420mg