Description
Seitan Lomo Saltado is a vibrant Peruvian-inspired stir-fry dish that replaces traditional beef with seitan, offering a savory, plant-based twist on the classic. This recipe combines caramelized seitan strips with sautéed onions, chiles, tomatoes, and a tangy soy-vinegar sauce, all tossed together with crispy French fries and finished with fresh cilantro for a hearty, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seitan and Vegetables
- 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, plus more if needed
- 1 lb. seitan, cut in strips
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 aji amarillo or fresno chiles, seeded and sliced
- 2 roma tomatoes, cored and sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
To Serve
- French fries (quantity as desired)
- 2 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Caramelize Seitan: In a large skillet over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil until it just starts to smoke. Add the seitan strips and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to caramelize and develop a golden-brown crust, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: If the skillet looks dry, add about 1 tablespoon more oil. Add the sliced red onion and seeded chiles to the skillet and toss constantly, cooking until the onions just begin to soften, approximately 3 minutes. Add the sliced tomatoes and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until they are warmed through but still hold some firmness, about 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper, cooking and stirring until fragrant for about 1 minute.
- Add Sauce and Simmer: Lower the heat to medium and pour in the soy sauce and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to coat the seitan and vegetables evenly with the sauce. Continue cooking and stirring frequently until the sauce slightly thickens and clings to the ingredients, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
- Combine with French Fries and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately add the French fries. Toss gently but thoroughly to combine all ingredients, allowing the fries to absorb some of the sauce and flavors. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top before serving for a fresh, herbal finish.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, leave some seeds in the chiles or add a pinch of chili flakes.
- You can use frozen or fresh French fries depending on preference; crispiness adds a nice texture contrast.
- Adjust the soy sauce and vinegar according to taste to balance saltiness and acidity.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fries’ best texture.
- Seitan can be homemade or store-bought; ensure it’s firm for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Keywords: Seitan Lomo Saltado, vegan Peruvian lomo saltado, plant-based stir-fry, seitan recipe, Peruvian cuisine, vegan main dish
