How do I make lomo saltado vegetarian?

Vegetarian twist on a classic! Try our meat-free Lomo Saltado recipe and enjoy the amazing flavors of Peru with a plant-based twist. You won't miss the meat!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Lomo Saltado vegetarian. Items include: Vegetarian Protein Soy Sauce Vinegar Cumin Olive Oil Red Onion Bell Pepper Garlic Cloves Tomato Paste French Fries Rice or Quinoa Chopped Cilantro

Vegetarian Protein 1 cup
Soy Sauce 4 tablespoons
Vinegar 2 tablespoons
Cumin a pinch
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
Red Onion 1
Bell Pepper 1
Garlic Cloves 2
Tomato Paste 1 tablespoon
French Fries 1 cup (cooked)
Rice or Quinoa for serving
Chopped Cilantro for garnish

Take note
Just a friendly reminder to always be cautious when handling sharp knives or hot stovetops. Safety first!

1

Prepare the Vegetarian Protein

Start by marinating 1 cup of your favorite meat substitute (such as tofu, seitan, or tempeh) in a mixture of 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and a pinch of cumin. Let it soak up the flavors while you move on to the next step.

2

Sauté the Veggies

Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 sliced red onion, 1 sliced bell pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the veggies are tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes. Don't forget to season with salt and pepper!

3

Add the Vegetarian Protein

Once the veggies are cooked, push them to one side of the skillet and add the marinated vegetarian protein to the other side. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the protein is heated through.

4

Mix in the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of tomato paste. Pour the sauce over the veggies and protein in the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.

5

Add the French Fries

Now, this is where it gets interesting! Traditional Lomo Saltado includes French fries, so we won't skip that part. Add 1 cup of cooked French fries to the skillet. Mix everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.

6

Serve and Enjoy!

Your vegetarian Lomo Saltado is now ready to be devoured! Serve it hot with a side of rice or quinoa, sprinkle some chopped cilantro on top for freshness, and get ready to be impressed by the meat-free deliciousness.