Seitan, a meat alternative made from wheat gluten, holds a significant position in vegan and vegetarian cuisines. Craving a dish that combines the goodness of seitan with the delightful flavors of baking? Look no further! In this article, we will delve into the art of creating a delectable "Basic Seitan Baked" dish, guiding you through every step to ensure a successful culinary journey. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice experimenter in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential knowledge and techniques to craft a savory and satisfying seitan baked dish. We will explore the selection of suitable seitan, the art of creating a flavorful marinade, and the crucial steps involved in baking to achieve the perfect texture and taste.
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BASIC SEITAN - WHEAT MEAT (VEGAN MEAT SUBSTITUTE)
I've used seitan for many things, from sandwiches to stir fries and this recipe is the best I have ever used.
Provided by Deborah Mackenzie
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Protein Seitan
Time 1h30m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, liquid amino acid, olive oil, and garlic in a bowl until ingredients come together into a ball. Knead ball until dough has a rubbery texture. Divide dough into 3 equal pieces and shape into 1/2-inch thick patties.
- Bring 4 cups vegetable broth, water, and tamari to a boil in a large pot. Carefully place patties into boiling broth; cover pot and return to a boil. Set lid slightly askew to vent steam and reduce heat to low. Continue simmering patties until firm, turning patties occasionally, about 1 hour. Remove pot from heat and set lid aside. Allow patties to cool in broth for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 2911.8 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
EASY BAKED SEITAN
From "In the Living Well" website. I use a tsp of fake chicken broth powder as seasoning. These can be shaped into strips for stir-fries too. Very forgiving recipe.
Provided by mpkartist
Categories Vegan
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir.
- Once all the dry ingredients are mixed in, knead the dough with your hands for several minutes until thoroughly mixed.
- Then, roll the dough into a log and cut it into 1/2 inch slices.
- Place each of the slices on a lightly greased baking sheet and spread the dough with your fingers to thin them. Bake on a low oven rack for 10 minutes.
- Flip the seitan strips and bake on the other side for five minutes.
- Once finished, dip them in ketchup or BBQ sauce, stuff them in a pita pocket as a sandwich, toss them into tacos or fajitas, or add them to your favorite salad or pasta. You can do almost anything with the as you would chicken strips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.9, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 1011, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 0.3, Protein 5.5
BASIC SEITAN (BAKED)
Although this recipe is for plain seitan to use in other recipes, it also tastes great on it's own. From the Real Food Daily Cookbook by Ann Gentry. The instructions say to cut the loaf into quarters after it has cooled, and each piece will be around 1 lb (about the size needed for an average recipe). Wrap the extra pieces well and freeze until needed.
Provided by VegSocialWorker
Categories Vegan
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Line an 8 inch square baking pan with two inch high sides with parchment paper. Lightly oil the parchment paper.
- Stir the flours, nutritional yeast, herbs, spices and salt in a largew bowl.
- Combine the water, oil and tamari in another bowl.
- Quickly stir the wet ingredients into the dry to make a very wet dough. It may seem like there is too much liquid, but it will all mix in with enough stirring.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and smooth the top. Cover with tin foil.
- Place the pan of seitan dough in a larger roasting pan, then add water halfway up the side of the seitan pan.
- Bake for 2 hours until the seitan in firm on the top, adding more water to the pan as necessary.
- Cool to room temperature, cut and use or wrap to freeze. Unfrozen seitan will stay good for two days in the refridgerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.6, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 880.6, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 0.3, Protein 30
BEST HOMEMADE SEITAN
This seitan is eaten by vegans as a meat substitute. The flavoring for this goes well with pretty much any dish, but depending what you are using it for you can change the flavors up a bit by adding finely-chopped herbs to the mixture, or if you're making something Asian or Indian, some grated ginger wouldn't hurt.
Provided by soapymayhem
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Protein Seitan
Time 2h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the vital wheat gluten flour and nutritional yeast flakes in a bowl; set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the vegetable stock, 1/2 cup of soy sauce, tomato paste, garlic, lemon zest, and seasoning blend.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and stir with a firm spatula. Knead the dough until a spongy, elastic dough forms, about 3 minutes. Roll the dough into a log shape and cut it into 3 equal pieces.
- Combine 1/2 cup of soy sauce and cold water in a large pot. The simmering broth should be very cold when you add the dough to help it keep a firm texture and ensure that it doesn't break apart. Place the dough pieces in the cold broth, partially cover the pot, and bring it to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, partially cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, turning the dough pieces occasionally.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the gluten cool in the broth for at least 30 minutes. To store the gluten, refrigerate, covered in the broth, in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
- If your recipe calls for seitan, cut the gluten into pieces. Add vegetable oil to a heavy skillet and turn the heat to medium-high. Add the gluten pieces and cook for 20 minutes, turning the pieces occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 2516.8 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
SEITAN ROAST RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: pinto bean, garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, dried rosemary, dried thyme, pepper, vegetable broth
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In food processor, combine pinto beans, garlic, soy sauce, and olive oil. Process until smooth.
- In medium-sized mixing bowl, combine vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, sage, rosemary, thyme, and pepper. Add in bean mixture and stir until combined.
- Make a well in the the mixture and pour in vegetable broth. Mix until dough gets thick.
- Once thick enough, use your hands to knead dough.
- Form dough into log, approximately 10 inches (25 cm) long and 5 inches (13 cm) thick. Roll up log in parchment paper, then in aluminum foil.
- Bake for 1 hour, flipping roast every 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with vegetarian gravy.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- Use vital wheat gluten. This is the main ingredient in seitan, and it's what gives it its chewy texture.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the seitan tough.
- Let the seitan rest before cooking. This will help it to develop a more flavorful and tender texture.
- Experiment with different flavors. You can add herbs, spices, and vegetables to the dough to create different flavor profiles.
- Seitan can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be baked, fried, grilled, or steamed. It can also be used in soups, stews, and salads.
Conclusion:
Seitan is a delicious and versatile plant-based protein that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great option for vegetarians and vegans, and it's also a healthy and affordable alternative to meat. With a little practice, you can easily make your own seitan at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try!
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