SEITAN IN PEANUT SAUCE OR VEGETARIAN GAI TUA

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This is a delicious modification of a classic Thai dish! You've probably had the chicken version if you're a meat eater, and I'm sure you could substitute meat for the seitan, however, I urge you to give the seitan a try. Seitan is a meat substitute made from wheat gluten. Seitan comes the closest to real meat that a vegetarian or vegan can have. Seitan really picks up the flavor of whatever marinade it's put into. If you've ever had 'mock duck' at a Thai restaurant, then you've had seitan before. It can be found at natural food or Asian food stores.

Provided by Andi Martin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon red curry paste
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk, divided
1 (16 ounce) package chicken-style seitan, cut into strips or cubes
3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon tamari or soy sauce
½ teaspoon chili garlic sauce
½ teaspoon vegetarian oyster sauce
½ sweet onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh spinach, chopped
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the ginger, garlic, and curry paste in small bowl. Slowly pour in 1/4 cup coconut milk; stirring until the mixture is smooth. Gently stir in the seitan, coating the seitan with the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. The longer you let it soak, the more flavorful the seitan will taste!
  • Stir together the remaining coconut milk, peanut butter, sugar, vegetable oil, tamari, chili garlic sauce, and oyster sauce in a medium bowl. Don't worry if it's not completely blended: when you cook it, the various substances will meld wonderfully. Set sauce aside.
  • Lightly coat a large skillet with cooking spray; add the chopped onion; cook over high heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the onion is tender. Stir in the seitan, and cook until the seitan is heated through, about 7 minutes. Pour in the sauce, and stir to combine. Mix in the spinach and green onions; cook 3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the spinach is cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 40.5 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 645 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

Sawon Fakir
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the peanut sauce and the seitan was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Emam Hussen
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. The peanut sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the seitan is tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ndjoraa Miriam Rukero Munamava
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I'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The peanut sauce is amazing and the seitan is a great substitute for chicken. I would definitely make this again.


Kawooya Sharif
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The peanut sauce is delicious and the seitan is a great source of protein. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a healthy and flavorful vegan meal.


Dan Shibu
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The peanut sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the seitan is tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Salman Botan Kahie
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This was my first time trying seitan and I was really impressed. It was tender and flavorful, and the peanut sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaming With Awal
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I'm always looking for new vegan recipes to try, and this one did not disappoint! The peanut sauce is delicious and the seitan is a great meat substitute. I will definitely be making this again.


Najma Khatun
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This is one of my favorite vegan recipes. The peanut sauce is so flavorful and the seitan is always cooked perfectly. I love serving this dish with jasmine rice and a side of vegetables.


Valentine Dlamini
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the peanut sauce and the seitan was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Adeshina Nurudeen Ajayi
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are delicious. The peanut sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the seitan is tender and juicy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Bertha Asare
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I'm not a vegan, but I really enjoyed this dish. The peanut sauce is amazing and the seitan is a great substitute for chicken. I would definitely make this again.


Peacock Reynold
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This was my first time making seitan and it turned out great! The peanut sauce was delicious and the seitan was very tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Unique Qeen
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I love this recipe! The peanut sauce is so flavorful and the seitan is cooked perfectly. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aboody King
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This seitan in peanut sauce is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The peanut sauce is creamy and rich, with a nice balance of sweet and savory flavors. The seitan is tender and has a great texture. I would definitel