Honey Lemon Glazed Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Looking for a dinner that screams fancy but whispers “I barely tried”? This vegan honey-lemon glazed seitan tenderloin nails it. Sweet meets tangy with a glaze that’s basically a love letter to your taste buds. You get that caramelized, juicy vibe without animal drama or guilt. It’s fancy enough to impress your in-laws but easy enough for your hangry self on a weeknight. Plus, it’s plant-powered and cruelty-free, because who says indulgence can’t be kind? Grab your skillet, and let’s turn vegan glam into a meal you’ll actually want to brag about.
Honey Lemon Glazed Pork Tenderloin Recipe
A juicy seitan tenderloin glazed with a sticky, sweet honey-lemon sauce. Rich, tangy, and totally plant-based indulgence.
Ingredients
- 14 oz seitan tenderloin store-bought or homemade
- 3 tbsp vegan honey agave or maple syrup works too
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary optional garnish
Instructions
- Pat seitan dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sear seitan on all sides until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, whisk vegan honey, lemon juice, zest, and minced garlic.
- Pour glaze over seitan and reduce heat to low.
- Spoon glaze continuously, letting it thicken and coat seitan for 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Magnesium: 12%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Swap vegan honey with pure maple syrup for a different sweet twist.
- Don’t skip the lemon zest; it’s the zing that keeps you coming back.
- If seitan intimidates you, use extra-firm tofu, but press it well first.
- Leftovers reheat like a dream and make killer sandwiches.
- Add chili flakes if you’re feeling spicy and savage.
