Grilled Seitan with Garlic
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This grilled seitan with garlic is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something satisfying and protein packed without any fuss. The whole thing comes together in under an hour, and seitan is wonderfully affordable compared to other meat alternatives. I love how the garlic gets sweet and mellow on the grill while the smoked paprika and fresh herbs create incredible depth of flavor. Plus seitan is packed with protein and B vitamins, making it as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether you're cooking for yourself or impressing guests, this simple recipe delivers restaurant quality results from your own backyard.
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Ingredients
- ¾ kgseitan(sliced into 0.5-inch thick pieces)
- 8garlic cloves(minced)
- 5 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonslemon juice(freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(dried or 1 tablespoon fresh)
- 1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- ¾ teaspoonsea salt
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes(optional)
- 3 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt to create the marinade.
Tip: Make the marinade while prepping other ingredients to save time.
- 2
Place seitan slices in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
Tip: You can marinate up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
- 3
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: If using a cast iron grill pan, heat it over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Remove seitan from the marinade, reserving any excess liquid. Grill the slices for 3-4 minutes per side until char marks appear and they develop a golden crust.
Tip: Don't move the seitan around too much while grilling to achieve better char marks.
- 5
Transfer grilled seitan to a serving platter. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon fresh olive oil and reserved marinade.
Tip: Keep grilled pieces warm on the edge of the grill while finishing the rest.
- 6
Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes over the top for color and added flavor.
Tip: Fresh herbs added after cooking provide brightness and visual appeal to the dish.
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