June 24, 2013

Seitan (Fake meat)

Ingredients:

  • Gluten wheat (found in bulk at international markets) and found prepackaged at major grocery stores
  • Water
  • Vegetable (or beef, chicken, seafood) Bouillon
Preparation:

Place Gluten wheat flour in deep container.


Add water until consistent rubbery consistency is achieved.


Knead dough for 5-10 minutes (as needed) until dough is malleable.



Cut raw dough into smaller pieces.



In a deep pot (with lid) boil water (enough to cover raw dough). Add flavored bouillon. Boil for an hour (or until dough is cooked) at medium-high heat.




The seitan will expand drastically and absorb a lot of water.


Once cooked, take out seitan, drain water and squish until most water is gone.Cut into smaller pieces. Seitan freezes very well. You can make a batch and save the rest for other dishes.


Seitan is a great vegetarian alternative to tofu. You can stir fry it and add any flavors you like. This is an example of Seitan with Asian Citrus sauce.

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