Easy Weeknight Seitan (Ready in Under 30 Mins)
Make your own delicious, chewy homemade seitan in just 25 minutes! This super easy recipe requires only 3 main ingredients (vital wheat gluten, water, stock powder) and minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick vegan protein boost. Steam then pan-fry for the best texture. Ideal for stir-fries, curries, salads, and more.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 100 g Vital Wheat Gluten
- 120 g Water
- 10 g Stock Powder
Instructions
- Prep Steamer: Get the water boiling in your steamer setup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the vital wheat gluten, stock powder, and any optional dried spices.
- Form Dough: Pour in the cold water and mix with a spoon until a rough dough forms with no dry spots.
- Knead Briefly: Turn the dough out and knead for about 5 minutes, just until stringy strands form and it feels firm. Squeezing it repeatedly works well.
- Shape & Cut: Shape the dough into a rough log and cut into bite-sized chunks (approx. 1cm).
- Steam: Place the chunks in a single layer in the steamer basket and steam for 12 minutes until puffed and firm.
Notes
- Best Texture: While edible straight after steaming, for the best texture, pan-fry the steamed chunks in ½ tbsp oil over medium-high heat until golden brown, OR air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 5-8 minutes until slightly crispy.
- Flavour: Use a good quality, flavourful stock powder as it provides the base flavour.
- Storage: Store cooked seitan in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat by pan-frying or air frying briefly.
Nutrition
Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1318mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 3mg
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