Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 tbsp

coconut oil

divided

1 tsp

coconut oil

divided

1 unit

onion

diced medium

1 lb

seitan

chopped into bite sized pieces

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

minced

2 tbsp

fresh thyme

chopped

1 tbsp

sweet paprika

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

allspice

0.5 tsp

crushed red pepper flakes

0.13 tsp

cinnamon

3 dash

fresh black pepper

14 unit

crushed tomatoes

2 tbsp

pure maple syrup

1 tbsp

fresh lime juice

2 tsp

yellow mustard

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat a large, heavy bottomed pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Add 1 tablespoon coconut oil to the pan.

Step 3
~2 min

Saute diced onion with a pinch of salt until translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Add chopped seitan to the pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook seitan for about 10 minutes, until nicely browned, stirring often.

Step 6
~2 min

Push seitan and onions to one side of the pan.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to the pan.

Step 8
~2 min

Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan and stir as it sizzles for about 15 seconds.

Step 9
~2 min

Mix the garlic and ginger with the seitan and onions.

Step 10
~2 min

Add thyme, paprika, salt, allspice, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, and black pepper to the pan.

Step 11
~2 min

Toss to coat everything and cook the spices a bit.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the crushed tomatoes to the pan.

Step 13
~2 min

Cook for about 10 more minutes, tossing often.

Step 14
~2 min

Mix in the maple syrup, lime juice, and mustard.

Step 15
~2 min

Let cook for a minute or so, then taste and adjust salt and seasonings as needed.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve on your choice of buns or bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level.

For a richer flavor, add a splash of coconut milk at the end.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of coleslaw or potato salad.

Offer a variety of toppings like sliced avocado or pickled onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Pickled Onions
Avocado Slices

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Jerk seasoning is a staple in Caribbean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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