Description
Sizzling Portobello Vegan Fajitas blend Mexican street flavors with plant-based goodness. Spicy grilled mushrooms and colorful peppers create a memorable meal packed with robust seasonings and clean, fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn, gluten-free if needed)
- 3 portobello mushrooms (large, sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 red onion (small, sliced)
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
- ¼ cup cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- ¼ cup vegan sour cream (optional)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a spacious mixing bowl to create a vibrant, aromatic flavor base.
- Mushroom Preparation: Slice portobello mushrooms into uniform strips, ensuring consistent thickness for optimal texture and even cooking.
- Marinating Process: Coat mushroom strips thoroughly with the prepared marinade, allowing them to rest and absorb the robust flavors for 5-10 minutes at room temperature while prepping additional accompaniments like bell peppers, onions, and warm tortillas.
- Cooking Technique: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat, creating a surface that caramelizes the mushrooms and enhances their natural umami characteristics.
- Sautéing Method: Arrange marinated mushroom strips in a single layer on the hot cooking surface, sautéing for 3-4 minutes per side to develop a golden-brown crust and intensify the marinade’s flavor profile.
- Serving Presentation: Plate the sizzling mushroom fajitas immediately, garnishing with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and complementary condiments like vegan sour cream or zesty salsa to elevate the culinary experience.
Notes
- Marinate Mindfully: Ensure mushroom strips are evenly coated for maximum flavor absorption, using gentle folding techniques to prevent tearing delicate slices.
- Heat Control Matters: Maintain medium-high heat to achieve perfect caramelization without burning, watching for golden-brown edges that signal optimal cooking.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Space mushroom strips in a single layer during cooking to prevent steaming, which can make them soggy and reduce their meaty texture.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap flour tortillas for gluten-free alternatives like corn tortillas or lettuce wraps to accommodate different dietary restrictions while maintaining the dish’s authentic flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg