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Seitan Lomo Saltado Recipe

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Seitan Lomo Saltado is a flavorful and vibrant Peruvian-inspired stir-fry featuring seitan strips caramelized and sautéed with red onions, fresh aji amarillo or fresno chiles, ripe tomatoes, and garlic. The dish is enhanced with soy sauce and apple cider vinegar for a tangy glaze, then tossed with crispy French fries and garnished with fresh cilantro. This vegetarian twist on the traditional beef Lomo Saltado offers a savory, satisfying meal with a perfect balance of textures and bold, zesty flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, plus more if needed
  • 1 lb seitan, cut in strips
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 2 aji amarillo or fresno chiles, seeded and sliced
  • 2 roma tomatoes, cored and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • French fries, cooked and ready
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the Oil and Sear Seitan: In a skillet over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil until it just starts to smoke. Add the seitan strips and sear them, stirring occasionally for 4 to 5 minutes, until they begin to caramelize and develop a golden crust.
  2. Sauté Onions, Chiles, and Tomatoes: If the pan looks dry, add about a tablespoon more oil before adding sliced red onions and aji amarillo (or fresno) chiles. Cook while tossing constantly for 3 minutes until onions start to soften. Add sliced tomatoes and cook for 2 to 3 additional minutes, stirring gently, until the tomatoes retain some bite and haven’t fully broken down.
  3. Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic along with a good pinch of kosher salt and several cracks of freshly ground black pepper. Let everything cook together for about 1 minute to meld the flavors.
  4. Add Soy Sauce and Vinegar: Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the soy sauce and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to coat the seitan and vegetables evenly. Allow the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly by cooking for 1 to 1½ minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Toss with French Fries and Finish: Remove the skillet from heat and add the cooked French fries to the pan. Toss gently to incorporate the fries fully with the saucy seitan and vegetables. Finally, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately for a delicious, hearty meal.

Notes

  • Use firm, prepared seitan to ensure it holds up well during searing and stir-frying.
  • Aji amarillo peppers are traditional and add authentic flavor, but fresno chiles are a suitable spicy substitute.
  • For best texture, use freshly cooked crispy French fries or reheat leftover fries in an air fryer or oven before adding to the dish.
  • Adjust vinegar and soy sauce quantities to taste for acidity and saltiness balance.
  • Serve immediately as the fries can become soggy if left to sit.
  • Can be paired with steamed rice or served as a stand-alone entree.

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