Mediterranean Seitan and Broccoli Skewers with a Chocolate Drizzle
What Started it all:
Seitan, Broccoli, chocolate chips, grill
This unique Mediterranean-inspired dish combines the savory flavors of seitan and broccoli with an unexpected touch of sweetness from chocolate chips. Perfect for a fun and delightful meal, these skewers are great for grilling and can be enjoyed by everyone!
Ingredients
- 400g seitan, cut into cubes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Marinate the Seitan: Add the seitan cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Blanch the Broccoli: In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for about 2 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
- Assemble the Skewers: On each skewer, alternate threading the marinated seitan and blanched broccoli florets until all ingredients are used.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the seitan is heated through and has nice grill marks.
- Melt the Chocolate: While the skewers are grilling, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Drizzle with Chocolate: Once the skewers are done, remove them from the grill and drizzle the melted chocolate over the top.
- Serve: Plate the skewers and enjoy them warm as a delightful and unique Mediterranean dish!
These Mediterranean Seitan and Broccoli Skewers with a Chocolate Drizzle are a fun and unexpected twist on traditional grilling. They showcase the versatility of seitan while highlighting the balance of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, this dish is sure to impress! Enjoy your culinary adventure!