Vegetarian Tacos al Pastor

AuthorJulia ForesekCategory, , DifficultyIntermediate
Yields2 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time25 mins
For the Seitan Marinade:
 1 lb seitan, thinly sliced
 3 tablespoons achiote paste (annatto)
 2 tablespoons guajillo chili powder
 3 cloves garlic, minced
 1/4 cup pineapple juice
 1/4 cup white vinegar
 1 tablespoon dried oregano
 1 teaspoon cumin
 Salt to taste
For the Tacos:
 Corn tortillas
 1/2 pineapple, sliced into small chunks
 1 red onion, thinly sliced
 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
 Lime wedges for serving
 Salsa of choice for serving
1

Marinate the Seitan:
In a bowl, whisk together the achiote paste, guajillo chili powder, minced garlic, pineapple juice, white vinegar, oregano, cumin, and salt.
Add the seitan slices and ensure they are well-coated with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for more depth of flavor.

2

Cook the Seitan:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the seitan from the marinade and cook until the pieces are nicely charred and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Add pineapple chunks during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize slightly.

3

Prepare the Tacos:
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Build the tacos by placing a few pieces of seitan and pineapple on each tortilla. Top with sliced red onion and chopped cilantro.

4

Serve:
Serve the tacos with lime wedges and your choice of salsa. Encourage diners to squeeze lime juice over their tacos before eating.

Ingredients

For the Seitan Marinade:
 1 lb seitan, thinly sliced
 3 tablespoons achiote paste (annatto)
 2 tablespoons guajillo chili powder
 3 cloves garlic, minced
 1/4 cup pineapple juice
 1/4 cup white vinegar
 1 tablespoon dried oregano
 1 teaspoon cumin
 Salt to taste
For the Tacos:
 Corn tortillas
 1/2 pineapple, sliced into small chunks
 1 red onion, thinly sliced
 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
 Lime wedges for serving
 Salsa of choice for serving

Directions

1

Marinate the Seitan:
In a bowl, whisk together the achiote paste, guajillo chili powder, minced garlic, pineapple juice, white vinegar, oregano, cumin, and salt.
Add the seitan slices and ensure they are well-coated with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for more depth of flavor.

2

Cook the Seitan:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the seitan from the marinade and cook until the pieces are nicely charred and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Add pineapple chunks during the last few minutes of cooking to caramelize slightly.

3

Prepare the Tacos:
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Build the tacos by placing a few pieces of seitan and pineapple on each tortilla. Top with sliced red onion and chopped cilantro.

4

Serve:
Serve the tacos with lime wedges and your choice of salsa. Encourage diners to squeeze lime juice over their tacos before eating.

Notes

Vegetarian Tacos al Pastor
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