Vegetarian Chicken Doner
Transform your mealtime with this mouthwatering Vegetarian Chicken Doner—a plant-based twist on the popular street food classic! Bursting with rich Middle Eastern flavors, this recipe features seitan seasoned with a bold blend of cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, and oregano, all cooked to perfection until crispy and golden. Layer it into warm tortilla wraps or fluffy pita bread alongside fresh vegetables like red onion, cucumber, and tomatoes, then drizzle with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce or tahini for a satisfying finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy vegan doner kebab is a protein-packed delight that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or looking to explore new flavors, this recipe guarantees an irresistible meal infused with vibrant spices and fresh toppings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Seitan (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 150 grams Plain yogurt (dairy-free)
- 1 medium Red onion, sliced
- 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 units Tortilla wraps or pita bread
- 100 grams Tahini sauce (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
2. Slice the seitan into thin strips, resembling doner meat.
3. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
4. Toss the seitan slices in the spice mixture until they are well coated.
5. Add the seasoned seitan to the preheated skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are crispy and the seitan is heated through.
6. While the seitan is cooking, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by mixing the dairy-free yogurt with a pinch of salt and some chopped parsley. Set aside.
7. Warm the tortilla wraps or pita bread in a dry pan or microwave.
8. To assemble, place some of the cooked seitan onto each warmed wrap. Top with sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and a generous sprinkle of chopped parsley.
9. Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce and tahini sauce if using.
10. Roll up the wrap or fold the pita bread over the filling and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5447 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 172.1 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1140 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 37.0 mg | 206% | |
| Potassium | 3853 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
