Grilled Seitan with Fennel
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in less than an hour and tastes absolutely restaurant quality. Seitan is such a protein powerhouse, packed with iron and B vitamins, making it perfect for anyone eating plant based or just looking to switch things up. The fennel brings this lovely anise flavor that gets even more aromatic when grilled, and paired with garlic, thyme, and a squeeze of fresh lemon, it's genuinely hard to believe how simple the ingredient list is. You'll have a gorgeous, satisfying meal on the table before you know it.
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Ingredients
- ½ kgseitan(sliced into 4 steaks, ½-inch thick)
- 2 wholefennel bulbs(quartered lengthwise)
- 4 tbspolive oil
- 4 wholegarlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 2 tbspfresh thyme(chopped)
- 1 tspfennel seeds(toasted)
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspsea salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ½ cupvegetable broth
- 1 tbspbalsamic vinegar
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Pat the seitan steaks dry with paper towels and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Tip: Dry seitan ensures better browning and grill marks.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped thyme, fennel seeds, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and set the marinade aside.
Tip: Prepare this dressing while the grill heats for efficiency.
- 3
Brush the fennel wedges with a light coating of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place them on the grill, cut-side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until caramelized.
Tip: Keep fennel pieces in contact with the grill surface for the best color and flavor.
- 4
Flip the fennel wedges and grill for another 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and drizzle with the balsamic vinegar.
Tip: The fennel should be tender inside with charred edges.
- 5
Place the seitan steaks on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them to develop a nice crust.
Tip: Resist the urge to flip too early; let the grill do the work.
- 6
Flip the seitan and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the second side until both sides have deep grill marks.
Tip: Total grilling time should be 8-10 minutes for perfectly firm seitan.
- 7
Arrange the grilled seitan and fennel on serving plates. Drizzle the herb-lemon marinade generously over both the seitan and fennel.
Tip: The dressing brings all the components together with brightness and depth.
- 8
Serve immediately while warm, optionally garnished with fresh fennel fronds or additional thyme if desired.
Tip: This dish pairs beautifully with a side of quinoa or roasted root vegetables.
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