Seitan Log Ii
Elevate your plant-based cooking game with this flavorful and protein-packed Seitan Log II recipe, a versatile vegan meat alternative that's perfect for slicing, shredding, or cubing. Made with vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and a medley of aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, this seitan log is infused with bold umami flavor from soy sauce, vegan Worcestershire, and a hint of liquid smoke. The dough is kneaded for the perfect texture, shaped into a log, and steamed to perfection for a tender yet firm consistency. Whether you use it in sandwiches, stir-fries, or as a hearty main dish, this easy-to-make seitan log is a meal prep dream, staying fresh in the fridge or freezer for quick, delicious meals all week long. With just 20 minutes of prep and a simple steaming process, it’s the ultimate homemade vegan protein you’ll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Vital wheat gluten
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.75 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: soy sauce, vegan Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, vegetable broth, and olive oil. Whisk until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while stirring with a spatula or using your hands. Once the mixture starts to come together, knead it on a clean surface for about 3-4 minutes until it forms a firm, elastic dough.
Shape the dough into a log approximately 8 inches long and 3 inches in diameter.
Wrap the log tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper. Ensure the wrap is tight to help maintain the log’s shape during cooking.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Place a steamer basket in the pot and lower the heat to medium-low to maintain a steady simmer.
Place the wrapped seitan log in the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 90 minutes, turning the log halfway through to ensure even cooking.
After 90 minutes, carefully remove the log from the steamer and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, unwrap the foil.
Slice, shred, or cube as desired to use in your favorite dishes. The seitan log can be refrigerated for up to one week or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 284 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 226 mg | 5% | |
*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.
