Seitan Piccata Recipe

Piccata is a classic Italian dish that is traditionally made with meat, such as veal or chicken. This vegan version uses seitan as a plant-based alternative, without sacrificing any of the delicious flavors.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Seitan Piccata Recipe

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Seitan
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Capers
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper.
2. Dredge the seitan slices in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the seitan slices to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
5. Remove the seitan slices from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
7. Add the vegetable broth, lemon juice, and capers to the skillet.
8. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
9. Return the cooked seitan slices to the skillet and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, coating the seitan with the sauce.
10. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the seitan piccata rest for 5 minutes.
11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 18g36%

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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.