Vegan Peking 'Duck'

Vegan Peking 'Duck' is a delightful plant-based twist on the classic dish, featuring marinated seitan that mimics the texture and flavor of duck, served with crispy pancakes and savory hoisin sauce. This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

• Seitan - 200 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Hoisin sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Five spice powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cucumber - 50 grams, julienned
• Carrot - 50 grams, julienned
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Peking pancakes or tortillas - 4 pieces

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, hoisin sauce, maple syrup, five spice powder, garlic powder, and rice vinegar to create a marinade.
2. Slice the seitan into thin strips and marinate it in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat, then add the marinated seitan strips and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the Peking pancakes or tortillas according to package instructions (if using store-bought).
5. Once the seitan is cooked, warm the pancakes/tortillas in a separate pan for about 1 minute on each side.
6. To serve, take a pancake, add some crispy seitan, and top with julienned cucumber, carrot, and sliced green onions. Drizzle with additional hoisin sauce if desired.
7. Roll the pancake around the filling and enjoy your Vegan Peking 'Duck'.

Nutrition

• Calories: 355
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 46 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from seitan, making it a satisfying meat alternative.
• Contains a variety of vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals.

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