Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa

Name: Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6-8
Ingredients: 6-7 cups / 1 kg baby potatoes (scrubbed clean); 2 tbsp salt (for salting the cooking water); 3 cups / 400g asparagus (woody parts of the stem removed); 180g peas (frozen or fresh); 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/3 cup lemon juice; Zest of 1 lemon; 2 tsp salt; ½ tsp cracked black pepper; 1 cup fresh herbs (dill, chives, mint, parsley; finely chopped, loosely packed); 2 cups coriander (finely chopped); 2 corn cobs (or ~ 2 cups / 180 g canned corn, drained); 1 cup / 30 g fresh coriander (finely chopped, loosely packed); ⅓ cup / 80 ml olive oil; ⅓ cup / 80 ml lime juice; Zest of 1 lime; 2 tsp salt; ½ tsp cracked black pepper; 3-4 Juicy Marbles Meaty Meat Pork-ish; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp cracked black pepper

WITH SPRING POTATO SALAD

To live in the modern world, we must often suppress our inner primate. But, if we cage the beast within for too long, we risk losing touch with what truly makes us human—what makes us feel ALIVE. Which is why we recommend getting in touch with your primal side by grilling up some Meaty Meat and pairing with this rustic corn salad. The X-factor here is the fire-kissed corn you’ll be grilling with the meat. Tossed with chopped coriander and drenched in punchy lime juice, this salad is the definition of simple elegance. For some reason, I feel like it’s the kind of salad Ernest Hemingway would have really lost his shit over. And the prep is just as simple. Plate your perfectly charred meat, scatter it over with zesty salsa, and dig in—with your hands of course.

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Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect Recipe for Your Next BBQ Party - A great recipe that can be scaled up or down, depending on the number of people you’re entertaining.
Quick and Simple Recipe - No special equipment or complicated steps, this recipe comes together quickly and takes away the stress of cooking.
Good Recipe To Keep In Your Back Pocket - Spring Potato Salad and the Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa are both incredibly versatile building blocks for other dishes!

Key Ingredients for Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa

Juicy Marbles Meaty Meat Pork-ish gets grilled to perfection, sliced, and topped with punchy, zesty salsa.
Corn is charred on the grill to achieve a smoky aroma, which complements the herbaceousness of coriander and the umami notes of Meaty Meat.
Coriander adds brightness and zing, balancing out the richness of grilled vegan meat.
Lime Juice and Lime Zest bring freshness and citrusy aroma.
Baby Potatoes get cooked until perfectly tender and creamy, then tossed in a zesty, herby salad seasoned with lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil.
Asparagus and Peas add brightness and bite to the potato salad, turning it into a multidimensional spring experience.
Fresh Herbs are the non-negotiable element of this meal. Mint brings a cool, refreshing taste, chives add subtle sharpness and light allium aroma, and dill a grassy, anise-like flavor.

Equipment You’ll Need

Cutting board
Sharp knife
Measuring spoons and cups
Kitchen scale
A large saucepan or pot for cooking potatoes
A small saucepan for blanching asparagus and peas
Grill for cooking vegan meat and corn (alternatively, a large non-stick pan)
Tongs for handling vegan meat and corn
A large mixing bowl for mixing the salad
Zester for zesting limes and lemons
Citrus juicer for juicing limes and lemons

How To Prepare Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa

1. Make the Spring Potato Salad

Cook scrubbed baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, for 20-25 minutes. In the meantime, blanche chopped asparagus and peas in salted water for 3-4 minutes. Drain the asparagus and peas, and run them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them, cool them down, and cut them in half.

To assemble the salad, combine potatoes, asparagus, peas, and chopped herbs. Season with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and cracked black pepper.

2. Char the Corn and Whip Up the Salsa

Place shucked corn cobs on a hot grill and cook for around 10 minutes, until charred on all sides. Remove from the grill and let it cool down before removing the kernels from the cob with a sharp knife. Combine corn kernels with chopped coriander, olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper.

3. Grill the Vegan Meat

Season defrosted Meaty Meat Pork-ish with salt and pepper, and place it on a hot grill. Brush with olive oil and cook for 10 minutes, until browned on all sides. Once you are happy with the char, remove it from the grill and let it sit for a few minutes. Using a very sharp knife, slice it into 0.8–1.2 inches / 2-3 cm-thick slices.

Assemble on a plate and top with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa.

Tips & Tricks

Level It Up. To make the Spring Potato Salad even more flavorful, add whole-grain mustard, capers, sundried tomatoes, or toasted nuts.
Don’t Stress About The Corn. If you have a hard time finding corn on a cob, use canned corn and char it in a pan with some olive oil!

Turn It Into A Feast. Serve this delicious vegan BBQ dish with a big green salad, grilled vegetables, rainbow slaw, or Sticky Cola Glazed Vegan Ribs.

FAQ

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Juicy Marbles meats are not gluten-free certified, but we do not include gluten in any of our product recipes. None of the ingredients in Grilled Vegan Meat with Charred Corn and Coriander Salsa contains gluten.

Can I use canned corn instead of corn on the cob?

Absolutely. Use drained canned corn and char it in a pan with olive oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes, until you are happy with the color. Once the corn is charred, continue with the recipe as written.

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

You can grill the corn ahead of time, cool it down, and mix the salsa. Grill Meaty Meat once you are ready to serve for optimal freshness.

I don’t like coriander. Can I use a different herb?

Of course. Feel free to swap coriander for parsley or a mix of parsley and mint. The end result will be different, since coriander has a very specific flavor, but still delicious.

Can I prepare this recipe without a grill?

You can! Season Meaty Meat with salt and pepper, and pan-fry it in an oiled non-stick pan for 7-9 minutes, until browned on all sides and warmed through. Cook corn in an oiled non-stick pan for 10 minutes, until charred on all sides. Follow the rest of the recipe as written.

Can I prepare the spring potato salad with different potatoes?

Of course. Use any starchy potato, cook it until tender in salted water, cool down, and chop into bite-sized pieces.

Can I use a different protein?

Of course, use other Juicy Marbles Whole-Cuts, tofu, tempeh, or seitan.