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Portobello Vegan Fajitas

Spicy Portobello Vegan Fajitas Ready in Just 30 Minutes

Quick and flavorful Portobello Vegan Fajitas perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fajitas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Fajita Sauce
  • 2 peppers Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce Substitute with chipotle paste for different flavor intensity.
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth (low sodium) Use water if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice Use lemon juice if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated garlic Garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Try coriander for a unique taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine sea salt Ensure to use just enough!
Fajitas
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil You can use olive oil but it has a lower smoke point.
  • 8 ounces Portobello mushrooms Swap with zucchini for different texture.
  • 2 Bell peppers (red and green) Opt for yellow or orange if preferred.
  • 1 medium Red onion Substitute with yellow onion if necessary.
  • to taste Fresh cracked pepper Omit for a milder dish.
To Serve
  • 8 pieces Corn tortillas Substitute with whole wheat or flour tortillas if desired.
  • 1 cup Vegan sour cream Use avocado for a creamier alternative.
  • Chopped cilantro Optional topping.
  • Lime wedges Optional topping.
  • Guacamole Optional topping.
  • Rice Optional side.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine chipotle peppers, vegetable broth, fresh lime juice, granulated garlic, chili powder, cumin, and fine sea salt in a blender. Blend until smooth for about 30 seconds.
  2. Heat a large skillet over high heat and add avocado oil. Once hot, add sliced portobello mushrooms in a single layer, searing for 2-3 minutes. Flip the mushrooms and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add another splash of avocado oil and heat. Add sliced red onion and bell peppers, sautéing for 6-8 minutes until nicely browned. Return cooked mushrooms to skillet and add fajita sauce, stirring for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side. Spoon the fajita mixture onto each tortilla and serve with preferred toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fajitaCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftover fajitas in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The fajita filling can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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