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Seitan

Cultural Context

Seitan originated in ancient China as a meat substitute for Buddhist monks, who sought to avoid animal products. It has become a staple in vegetarian and vegan diets, celebrated for its meat-like texture and versatility in dishes. Today, seitan is popular worldwide, often used in stir-fries, sandwiches, and as a protein source in various cuisines.

AsianCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup legumes
2 tablespoons brown miso
3 tablespoons tamari
1 cup coconut milk
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup vital wheat gluten
1/2 cup almond powder
2 teaspoons spices

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

vital wheat gluten

🥗Healthier: spelt flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Spelt flour is a whole grain alternative with a nutty flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while coconut aminos is lower in sodium.

1

Pour legumes, brown miso, tamari, coconut milk, and vegetable broth into a blender and mix.

2

In a bowl, pour vital wheat gluten and almond powder.

3

Add spices to the bowl and mix.

4

Pour the blended mixture into the bowl.

5

Start mixing with a spoon, then knead by hand for a few minutes.

6

Shape the seitan on a cutting board so it can be cut later.

7

For the broth, add a cube of vegetable broth, coconut milk, and tamari to a pot and mix.

8

Bring the broth to a boil.

9

Drop the seitan into the boiling broth and cover.

10

Cook for 30 to 40 minutes over medium-low heat.

11

Once cooked, let the seitan cool.

12

Store the seitan with its cooking juice in the refrigerator for four days.

13

Grill the seitan or cook it as desired.

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Dietary

vegan

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

wheat meatgluten meatwheat protein

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