Vegan Steak! You will freak when you taste my vegan alternative to steak! Juicy, marinated Seitan steak with a perfect meaty chew! Delicious and easy vegetarian meat recipe!
Ok I’ll admit I used loved a good juicy grilled ribeye steak! (long day ago) But I don’t miss it especially when I have veganized it so well! Yup vegan steak guys! It’s on the menu- And it’s fabulous! Slices like butter. Hard to believe it’s plant based!
The perfect dinner with with gravy and mashed potatoes or as I like it- with vegan garlic butter, horseradish, baked or roasted potatoes and veggies! Mmm and corn on the Cobb. YUM! Great cut into strips or cubed for stir fries, stews or salads too! So many options
I wanted to create a great seitan steak recipe as there are no good options to buy them anywhere! And if you can find one they’re pricey. They rarely even have gardein beefless tips stocked in my area and definitely not at any local restaurants!
A crazy good protein rich meal for vegetarians and if you want to impress meat eaters, serve them this! It’ll blow their mind!
The magic happens when these vegan seitan steaks are marinated, fired on the bbq and grilled! OMG so good
What is vegan steak made of and what does it taste like?
This vegetarian steak recipe is made using vital wheat gluten and lentils, not tofu. It has a chew much like beef and the taste is similar as it takes on the flavours of the marinade which is super tasty and 100 % plant based.
Let’s keep those cows safe and happily grazing in the fields shall we❤️
What is seitan?
Seitan is a vegan meat substitute made using vital wheat gluten. It is sometimes referred to as “wheat meat”
What is vital wheat gluten?
Vital Wheat Gluten is made from wheat. It is made by washing the wheat flour with water until all the starch has been removed. And you are then left with the gluten which must be cooked before eaten.
How do you make vegan steak?
For the seitan: First add the ingredients for the seitan steaks in your food processor (except vital wheat gluten) and process until smooth.
Now add the gluten evenly on top of the wet mix. Process until JUST COMBINED! You do not want to over mix or the steaks could turn out tough.
Turn the dough out onto the counter. Do not kneed the dough! Press into a disc approximately 8-9 inches in diameter and about ½ inch thick. Portion the steaks like you would a pie, into 4-6 pieces. Wrap steaks individually in tin foil, wrap loosely to leave room for expansion during steaming.
To cook the raw seitan: Place in your steamer basket (pot) and steam for 30 minutes over medium heat, flipping them halfway through.
While the steaks are steaming make the marinade: Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk together until sugar is dissolved. Set aside
When steaks are done, remove from foil packets and place in a shallow dish (I use my glass pie plate) or a large freezer bag. Pour the marinade evenly over the steaks. Marinade for a minimum of one hour or longer (I usually leave mine for 6 hours or overnight for better flavour and texture).
To grill: cook the steaks on your grill pan or bbq over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, to get some good char marks and flavour! basting frequently with the marinade.
Move to a serving platter and add a little more marinade for added juiciness. Serve and enjoy! For full recipe ingredients and instructions see recipe card below.
What side dishes to serve with seitan steak?
- Best Vegan Macaroni Salad with Smoked Tofu – So Easy!
- Garlic and Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms
- The Ultimate Vegan Mac and Cheese (Daiya)
- Vegan Scalloped Potatoes
- Best & Easiest Vegan Mushroom Gravy! (GF & Oil Free Option)
- Vegan Mashed Potatoes (Instant Pot)
- Vegan Caesar Salad (Best Caesar Dressing!)
- Best & Easiest Vegan Broccoli Salad
- Classic Vegan Coleslaw
- Best Home Fries Recipe (Breakfast Potatoes)
- Best Tofu Scramble (Vegan Scrambled Eggs)
OK GUYS LET'S FIRE UP THE BARBY AND COOK SOME VEGAN STEAKS, THEY'RE:
juicy and meaty
protein rich and satisfying!
fun to make
simple
great for a summer potluck
saucy
Enjoy guys! Happy day to you! feel free to leave a comment and a rating below. I would love to hear from you.
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Want more vegan meat recipes with seitan? Check these out!
- Vegan Turkey Recipe
- Vegan Burger (Best Grillable Vegan Burger Ever!)
- Vegetarian Salsbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy (Vegan) (Meatball version)
Best Vegan Steak Recipe (Seitan)
- Total Time: 56 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 Steaks 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Vegan Steak! You will freak when you taste my vegan alternative to steak! Juicy, marinated Seitan steak with a perfect meaty chew! Delicious and easy vegetarian meat recipe!
Ingredients
For the Vegan Steaks:
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup canned lentils, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons tamari (could sub soy sauce)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon better than beef vegetarian bouilllon*
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ¼ teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated onion
- ½ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 and ⅓ cups vital wheat gluten
For the marinade:
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons oil, I use grapeseed oil
- 1 to 1 and ½ tablespoons vegan worcestershire sauce, I like Wizard's or Annies
- ½ teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 and ½ tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- For the seitan steak: First add the ingredients for the seitan steaks in your food processor (except vital wheat gluten) and process until smooth.
- Now add the gluten evenly on top of the wet mix. Process until JUST COMBINED! You do not want to over mix or the steaks could turn out tough. See step by step photos in above post if necessary
- Turn the seitan dough onto the counter. Do not kneed the dough! Press into a disc approximately 8-9 inches in diameter and about ½ inch thick. Portion the steaks like you would a pie, into 4-6 pieces. Wrap steaks individually in tin foil, wrap loosely to leave room for expansion during steaming.
- To cook the raw seitan: Place in your steamer basket (pot) with lid and steam for 30 minutes over medium heat, flipping them halfway through.
- While the steaks are steaming make the marinade: Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk together until sugar is dissolved. Set aside
- When steaks are done, remove from foil packets and place in a shallow dish (I use my glass pie plate) or a large freezer bag. Pour the marinade evenly over the steaks. Marinade for a minimum of one hour or longer. I usually leave mine for 3-6 hours for better flavour and texture or overnight if I have time.
- To grill: cook the steaks on your grill pan or bbq over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, to get some good char marks and flavour! basting frequently with the marinade.
- Move to a serving platter and add a little more marinade for added juiciness. Serve and enjoy! I like my steak with a little vegan garlic butter, horseradish sauce for dipping, along side baked or roasted potatoes, corn on the Cobb and green salad or caesar salad maybe some grilled veggies too! SO GOOD! Would make an excellent vegan steak sandwich also! or sliced for stir fries, stews or soups! Lots of tasty options!
Notes
- You can substitute veggie stock for water and bouillon paste
- I have used steak sauce (HP or A1) in place of Worcestershire and it works in a pinch😊👍
- steaks will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days and freeze well with or without the marinade (steamed first)
- If you can’t find vital wheat gluten here is a link for you.
- Nutritional chart below does not include marinade ingredients
- prep time doesn't include marinating time
- this recipe cannot be made gluten free
- recipe inspired by Bosh with the Happy Pear
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 36 minutes
- Category: Mains
- Method: food processor / stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Canadian
Amelie says
This is one of the best seitan steak I ever had.
I was so glad I made twice the recipe!
It will stay for a long, long, long time pinned on my fridge!!!
Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Verna says
Thrilled you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for your wonderful review!
Yum says
I’ve made this a few times and they are awesome! Freeze great too. I put horseradish vegan horseradish butter on them when hot right before serving MMmmmm…
Verna says
So glad you're enjoying the recipe! Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback! I love horseradish. Feel free to leave a star rating too 🙂
Jenn says
Trying to figure out a sub for the lentils? My hubby can’t have lentils, beans, nuts due to allergies… wondering if raw sunflower seeds may work? Anyone know?
Emily says
My husband was a steakhouse kinda guy and since going vegan he has really been missing a good juicy steak. So we thank you for this recipe it is fantastic!
Verna says
It is nice to have vegan options isn't it. Glad you enjoyed the recipe, thank you!
Jule says
Made as written then fried up some peppers and onions served with gravy and cauliflower mash. My husband was one happy camper! Exceeded my expectations!
Verna says
Sounds wonderful! Thanks for the feedback 🙂
Halle says
Highly recommend!
Verna says
Thank you!
Jamie says
These steaks are so good, and with so many possibilities. We tried these for the first time last spring, and my husband thought the texture would be really great for making buffalo wings (something we'd dearly missed since going veg.) Now these steak turned into wings is a regular in our home. We skip the marinade but do put the steaks in the fridge over night, then slice them up cold, dip in water and flour batter, toss in a hot oiled pan, and once they're crispy, toss in some buffalo sauce stir, and serve. They're support convenient road snacks of you skip the sauce. I'm so glad you created and shared this recipe. Thank you!
Verna says
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and awesome ideas- wings sound great! You Absolutley made my day!
Gina says
Absolutely delicious!!! So many possibilities
Verna says
Thank you so much Gina! Your feedback is SO appreciated. I'm thrilled you enjoyed it xo
David says
This is my go to Seitan recipe. Delicious
Verna says
What a nice compliment thank you so much! It made my day!
Mary says
I subbed in chickpeas for the lentils, and bbq sauce for the tomato paste. I crumbled and browned it afterwards for chili and it was delicious!
Verna says
Sounds wonderful Mary! thanks so much for your feedback, and love your suggestions!
Secilia says
Can you sub chickpeas for the lentils? This looks amazing cant wait to try it!
Verna says
HI Secilia, I haven't tried with chickpeas, would probably work? but can't say for sure. Let me know how it goes if you try
Kelsey says
Hi, are there any soy free options for the sauce ?
Verna says
Hi Kelsey, you could try coconut aminos instead.
Rebecca says
I loved this recipe, amazing seitan.
Verna says
Thank you so much Rebecca!! I so appreciate your comment and thrilled you enjoyed it!
Valerie Laing says
These are fabulous! I may try steaming in my instant pot next time as my steaming equipment is not up to scratch. This also makes the best steak mince (hamburg) I had a little piece that broke off so I seared in a fry pan over high heat and add a bit of the marinade it was much better than most vegan mince I've tried. Thanks so much for posting this recipe.
Verna says
Thank you so much Valerie, thrilled you the recipe. I really appreciate your comment!
Kendra says
Is There a gluten free recipe?
Verna says
Hi Kendra, no sorry this recipe cannot be made gluten free