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Mexican Seitan Fajitas

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Colorful seitan fajitas look just like real meat, but are, of course, lower in fat and cholesterol-free. Wrap these vegetarian fajitas in a flour tortilla and serve with Mexican rice and beans for a complete meal.

See also: More vegetarian seitan recipes

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 package seitan, about 1 pound, cut into strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Preparation:

Sautee onions and garlic in olive oil until onions are soft, about 3-5 minutes.

Add remaining ingredients and allow to cook, stirring frequently for 7-10 minutes, until seitan is thoroughly cooked.

Wrap in flour tortillas and serve plain or with taco sauce, guacamole, cheese and sour cream and enjoy!

See also:
What is seitan?
How to Make Seitan

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Ten Minute Vegetarian TVP Tacos Recipe
Easy Mexican Rice
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Basic Guacamole Recipe
Vegetarian and Vegan Seitan Fajitas
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Vegetarian Mexican Quiche
Vegetarian Chili Flautas
Breakfast Tacos
Vegan Plantain Chips

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