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10-Minute Pan-Seared Seitan – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

10-Minute Pan-Seared Seitan

Craving a hearty, plant-based protein that's ready in a flash? This simple pan-seared seitan recipe is your ticket to a deliciously savory and satisfying meal in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 255
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 to 3 tablespoons cooking oil, about 30 to 45 ml (1.5 fl oz)
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds prepared seitan, about 450 to 680 g (24 oz)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pro-Tips for Perfect Seitan
  • Give It Space: Don't overcrowd the skillet! Cooking in batches ensures each piece has direct contact with the hot surface, allowing it to brown properly instead of steaming.
  • Choose Your Oil Wisely: Match your cooking oil to your dish's flavor profile. Use peanut or sesame oil for Asian-inspired meals, extra virgin olive oil for Mediterranean dishes, or a neutral oil like grapeseed for all-purpose cooking.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Seitan: Thinly slice the prepared seitan. Use paper towels to pat each slice completely dry to ensure the best browning.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Place a large nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of oil and let it get hot until it shimmers.
  4. Sear in Batches: Carefully place the seitan slices in the hot oil in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. You will likely need to work in batches.
  5. Cook Until Golden: Cook for 3 to 5 minutes on the first side, or until the pieces are deeply browned and release easily from the pan.
  6. Flip and cook the other side for another 3 to 5 minutes until equally browned.
  7. Season and Serve: Transfer the seared seitan to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Immediately sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve warm.
  9. Pat It Dry, Seriously: For the crispiest, most delicious sear, moisture is the enemy.
  10. Patting the seitan slices thoroughly with a paper towel before they hit the pan is the most important step.
  11. Marinate for More Flavor: For an extra flavor boost, marinate the seitan slices for at least 15-30 minutes before cooking. A simple mix of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger works wonders.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 5.7gProtein: 35.5gFat: 10.1g

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