Seitan with Potatoes and Chimichurri
1/2 lb seitan
2 TBSP, 1 TBSP and 1/3 cup olive oil
1 tsp, 1 tsp and 1 tsp salt
1 tsp and 1/2 tsp black pepper
8-10 medium/small yellow or red potatoes, cut into quarters
2 TBSP wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup parsley leaves
2 TBSP fresh oregano leaves
2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 cups arugula
1 lb cherry tomatoes cut in halves
Pre heat oven to 375
Prep all vegetables and herbs
Toss potatoes in 1 TBSP oil and 1 tsp salt – cook on baking sheet in oven for 20 minutes
Slice seitan into 1/2 inch thick strips
Heat cast iron skillet on medium/high until hot, then add 2 TBSP oil
Place seitan strips in pan and sear on each side for 3-4 minutes or until crispy brown on each side
Prepare chimichurri by combining remaining ingredients, except arugula and tomatoes, in food processor – process until smooth, transfer to a bowl and mix in 1/3 cup oil – add salt to taste
Serve seitan on arugula with potatoes and topped with tomatoes and chimichurri