Vegan Seitan Stir-Fry
A savory seitan and vegetable stir-fry coated in a glossy soy, ginger, and sesame sauce.
Instructions
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Step 1
Whisk the soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water in a bowl until smooth.
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Step 2
Heat the wok over high heat. Add 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil, then stir-fry the seitan until browned at the edges; transfer it to a plate.
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Step 3
Return the wok to high heat and add the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil. Stir-fry the onion, carrot, and broccoli until the vegetables begin to soften.
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Step 4
Add the red bell pepper, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry until fragrant and the pepper is crisp-tender.
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Step 5
Return the seitan to the wok. Whisk the prepared sauce, pour it in, and toss until it bubbles and thickly coats the stir-fry.
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Step 6
Remove the wok from the heat, then fold in the scallions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Serve the stir-fry hot. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a covered container and consume within 3 days; reheat until steaming throughout.
Risk factors
- hot oil can splatter
- thickened sauce retains heat