Home Made Seitan Easy
Discover the simplicity of creating your own plant-based protein with this "Home Made Seitan Easy" recipe! Using just a handful of pantry staples like vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and soy sauce, this recipe delivers a hearty, versatile meat alternative that's perfect for vegans and vegetarians. With only 15 minutes of prep time and an hour of simmering in savory vegetable broth, you'll have tender, flavorful seitan ready to elevate your favorite dishes, from stir-fries to sandwiches. This beginner-friendly seitan recipe is not only cost-effective but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Store your homemade seitan in the broth for up to five days, making meal prep a breeze! Perfect for those searching for easy vegan protein recipes, this guide demystifies the process of making seitan from scratch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Vital wheat gluten
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 0.75 cup Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and onion powder.
In a separate smaller bowl, mix water and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape them into small, flattened logs or patties, depending on your desired end use.
In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Carefully place the shaped seitan pieces into the simmering broth. Ensure they are fully submerged; add more broth or water if needed.
Cover the pot partially with a lid and let the seitan simmer gently for 1 hour, turning the pieces occasionally to ensure even cooking.
After 1 hour, remove the seitan from the broth and let it cool slightly. The seitan can be sliced, shredded, or stored as is for use in various recipes.
Store any unused seitan in the refrigerator in an airtight container, submerged in the cooking broth, to keep it fresh for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3560 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 362.6 g | 725% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 774 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 28.7 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 2229 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
