Seitan Log II

Seitan is a high-protein meat substitute made from gluten, the main protein in wheat. It has a meaty texture and is often used in vegetarian and vegan dishes as a protein-rich alternative.

This is vegan and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Seitan Log II

Cooking Method: Baking, Grilling Cuisine: International, Vegan Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Vital wheat gluten
• 2 teaspoon Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2. In a separate bowl, mix vegetable broth, soy sauce, liquid smoke, olive oil, cornstarch, and water.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic.
5. Shape the dough into a log and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake the seitan log for 40 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and brush the log with some olive oil.
8. Grill the log for 5 minutes on each side to get a nice char.
9. Let the seitan log rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 30g60%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.