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Barbecue Seitan

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barbecue seitan beef burrito

Recently, I made barbecue seitan and decided to turn it into a beef burrito recipe. Seitan, a vegan meat replacement,  easily transforms into various recipes. Barbecue seitan is simply seitan marinated in homemade barbecue sauce and reheated for this yummy beef burrito recipe. Even though I chose to use my barbecue seitan for a burrito, barbecue seitan works well in sandwiches, salads, or just eaten with a fork and knife.

The first time I ate a barbecue seitan burrito was at a local Mexican restaurant, Sol Mexican Cocina, in Scottsdale.  Luckily many local restaurants cater to plant-based diets with separate vegan menus. 

Instead of a Mexican theme, I chose to create an Asian beef burrito full of spicy and savory flavors. 

How to make barbecue seitan

barbecue seitan

Although seitan is sold in stores, I prefer to make my own seitan recipe. One seitan recipe makes 2 pounds of seitan, which is divided and marinated separately, creates several different meals. 

Once the seitan is made, separate 1/2 and cut into bite-sized pieces.  Then, marinate the cut seitan in 1/2 cup Healthy BBQ Sauce or a BBQ sauce of choice. I do, however, suggest marinating overnight to enhance flavor. Also, marinated seitan freezes well. So, an entire batch freezes for months. 

When it's time to cook the barbecue seitan, thaw completely, if frozen, and warm in a skillet on medium-low heat. 

What Ingredients are in this yummy barbecue 'beef 'burrito?

barbecue seitan veggies

What is kimchi?

Kimchi, a staple in Korean cuisine, is a traditional side dish of salted and fermented vegetables, such as napa cabbage and Korean radish, made with a widely varying selection of seasonings gochujang, spring onions, garlic, and ginger. 

Be careful, though, because some kimchi includes fish sauce. Instead, look for kimchi in the store that says VEGAN to avoid wasting money. 

The steps to making a barbecue seitan burrito

Step 1 barbecue seitan burrito

Sometimes, oil-free tortillas are more firm than those with oil. To soften the tortillas, for trouble-free rolling, microwave the tortillas for a minute. As a result, the tortillas roll easier without breaking. 

First, lay the tortillas on a flat surface. Then, place 1/4 of the cooked brown rice and 1/4 of the barbecue seitan in the tortilla center. 

Step 2 

Step 2 barbecue seitan

Next, add cilantro, purple cabbage, and red onion. Another tip to successful burrito making is to put dry ingredients in the burrito first, followed by the wet ones. 

Step 3

Step 3 Barbecue Seitan

To prevent the burrito from getting soggy, add the kimchi and yum yum sauce last. No one likes a soggy burrito. 

What is yum yum sauce? Yummy is what it is!

Yum Yum Sauce Recipe

Yum, Yum Sauce, the name says it all, a Japanese steak house mayo-based sauce amazing. This popular sauce is light, sweet, and tangy! Unfortunately, this yummy sauce isn't vegan, so my vegan version is a fabulous replacement. 

For a nut-free option, add white beans instead of cashews. 

Cooking the barbecue seitan burrito

cooking the bbq seitan burrito

Once rolled, the barbecue seitan beef burrito browns quickly in an oil-free skillet on medium-low heat.  As the burrito browns, turn over until all the sides are golden brown. Then, remove from the pan, and cut in half. Serve with extra yum yum sauce if you dare. 

Barbecue seitan stuffed inside a burrito with veggies, rice, and some Asian flavors were a BIG hit at my house. 

Barbecue beef burrito

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barbecue seitan beef burrito
Yield: 4 servings

Barbecue Seitan

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Barbecue Seitan is a vegan meat replacement marinated in a healthy homemade BBQ sauce. Then, it's rolled in an oil-free tortilla with vegetables, kimchi, brown rice, and yum yum sauce, before it's grilled to perfection. This vegan barbecue beef burrito is to die for.

Ingredients

Barbecue Seitan

Beef Burrito

Instructions

Barbecue Seitan

  1. Make 1 recipe of Setian and separate 1/4 of the recipe.
  2. Cut into butte-sized pieces.
  3. Place cut seitan and 1/2 cup healthy barbecue sauce in a refrigerator-safe container and marinate overnight.
  4. Barbecue seitan can also be frozen in the marinade and thawed for later use.
  5. Heat barbecue seitan in a skillet on medium-low until heated through.
  6. Stir while cooking.
  7. Add a small amount of vegetable broth or water if the seitan sticks to the pan.

Making the barbecue beef burrito

  1. Lay each tortilla on a flat surface
  2. Place 1/4 of the cooked brown rice in the center of each burrito.
  3. Now, add 1/4 of the barbecue seitan.
  4. Then add 1/4 of the vegetables.
  5. End by adding 1/4 of the kimchi and yum-yum sauce.
  6. Next, roll the burritos tightly by folding the short sides while rolling the burrito away from you.
  7. Cook in a skillet on medium-low heat, turning the burrito until all sides are golden brown.
  8. Cut each burrito in half and serve with extra yum yum sauce.


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Nutrition Information

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 371Total Fat 2gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 0mgSodium 636mgCarbohydrates 58gFiber 4gSugar 20gProtein 5g

Nutrition facts may not be 100% accurate.

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© Kathy Carmichael
Category: Sandwiches

 

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