Vegan Mongolian Beef Soy Curls

seitan

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: tempeh

Tofu is often more affordable and widely available.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often cheaper.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola is often less expensive.

Prepare seitan by slicing it thinly.

Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, and water in a bowl until dissolved.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add sliced seitan and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add bell pepper and carrot, sautéing until tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in the soy sauce mixture and stir to combine.

Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and stir until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

Add green onions and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute.

Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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