Roasted Seitan with Radish
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This roasted seitan and radish dish has become one of my go to weeknight dinners because it comes together in just about an hour from start to finish. Seitan is such a fantastic protein for vegetarian cooking, and paired with peppery roasted radishes, it creates something really special. The miso based glaze adds incredible depth and umami richness, while the ginger and garlic keep things bright and fresh. Plus, radishes are packed with vitamin C and fiber, making this not only delicious but genuinely good for you. The whole thing is straightforward enough that I don't mind making it on a busy Tuesday, yet impressive enough to serve when friends come over.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 397 gseitan(cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- ½ kgradishes(halved or quartered)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonswhite miso paste
- 1½ tablespoonsrice vinegar
- 1 tablespoonfresh ginger(minced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 118 mllow-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoonmaple syrup
- ½ teaspoonsesame oil
- 3scallions(sliced thin)
- 1 tablespoonwhite sesame seeds(toasted)
- ½ teaspoonkosher salt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F and arrange racks in the center position.
Tip: A hot oven ensures the seitan and radishes develop a nice caramelized exterior.
- 2
On a large baking sheet, toss the seitan cubes and radish pieces with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Tip: Pat the seitan dry with a towel first to help it brown better.
- 3
Spread everything in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the seitan is golden and the radishes are tender with crispy edges.
Tip: Don't skip the stirring step to ensure even browning on all sides.
- 4
While the vegetables roast, whisk together miso paste, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, vegetable broth, maple syrup, and sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
Tip: Use warm broth to help dissolve the miso more easily.
- 5
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and drizzle the glaze evenly over the roasted seitan and radishes, tossing gently to coat.
Tip: Work quickly so the hot pan helps the glaze coat everything uniformly.
- 6
Return to the oven and roast for another 8-10 minutes until the glaze caramelizes slightly and clings to the seitan and radishes.
Tip: Watch toward the end to prevent the glaze from burning.
- 7
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with fresh scallions and toasted sesame seeds.
Tip: The sesame seeds add both nutty flavor and a nice textural contrast.
- 8
Serve immediately while the seitan is still warm and the radishes are at their most tender.
Tip: This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or quinoa to catch the glaze.
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