This vegan seitan curry with rice is a delightful and nutritious dish that will satisfy your taste buds. The combination of tender seitan, a variety of vegetables, and aromatic spices creates a rich and flavorsome curry. Served over a bed of fragrant rice, this dish is perfect for a hearty meal that is sure to impress. The best part is, it's completely vegan!
Ingredients
- 1 cup seitan, sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup baby corn
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until they become translucent.
- Add the sliced seitan to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, and baby corn to the pan.
- Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- In a small bowl, combine the curry powder, turmeric, cumin powder, and paprika.
- Add the spice mixture to the pan and stir well to coat the ingredients.
- Pour in the coconut milk and soy sauce.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the curry thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the vegan seitan curry over a bed of cooked rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped scallions, if desired.
Interesting Facts
Seitan is a popular meat substitute made from wheat gluten.
Curry powder is a blend of various spices, such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and fenugreek.
Coconut milk adds a creamy and rich texture to the curry.
This vegan seitan curry is packed with protein and essential nutrients.