Description
Sizzling Portobello Vegan Fajitas blend Mexican culinary magic with plant-based passion, creating a mouthwatering meal that dances with smoky spices and colorful vegetables. Hearty mushrooms and zesty seasonings invite you to savor each delicious bite of this spirited southwestern-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large portobello mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas (use gluten-free if needed)
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
Garnishes and Toppings:
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup salsa or pico de gallo
- ¼ cup vegan sour cream (optional)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a spacious mixing vessel to create a vibrant, aromatic marinade.
- Carefully slice portobello mushrooms into uniform strips, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking and optimal texture.
- Gently pour the prepared marinade over the mushroom slices, using a silicone spatula to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Allow the mushrooms to rest in the marinade, letting the robust flavors penetrate and infuse the meaty fungi for 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
- While mushrooms marinate, prepare additional accompaniments like sliced bell peppers, onions, or warm tortillas to complete the fajita experience.
- When ready to cook, heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat, creating a surface that will caramelize the mushrooms and enhance their natural umami flavor.
- Transfer marinated mushroom strips to the hot cooking surface, arranging them in a single layer to promote proper browning and prevent steaming.
- Sauté the mushrooms for 3-4 minutes on each side, allowing them to develop a beautiful golden-brown crust and absorb the intense marinade flavors.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by fresh garnishes like cilantro, lime wedges, and your favorite vegan sour cream or salsa.
Notes
- Marinate mushrooms briefly to enhance flavor absorption without making them soggy, ensuring a perfect texture and taste.
- Use a cast iron skillet or griddle for optimal caramelization, creating those delicious charred edges on portobello slices.
- Swap portobello for other hearty vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to customize the fajitas for different dietary preferences or seasonal availability.
- Consider adding nutritional yeast or vegan cheese alternative for extra umami and protein boost, making the dish more satisfying and nutritionally complete.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg