Kind-to-Cows Seitan

A protein-packed and incredibly flavorful delight that will revolutionize your meals! Our seitan recipes are not only delicious but also versatile, making them perfect for quick dinners or as a sensational addition to any recipe. These seitan creations have been sourced from The Great Vegan Protein Book (Steen and Noyes, Fair Winds Press, 2015) and are thoughtfully included here for your cooking convenience.

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE SEITAN:

• 1 1/4 cups (180 g) vital wheat gluten
• 3 tablespoons (24 g) chickpea flour
• 1 tablespoon (12 g) granulated tapioca, such as Let’s Do Organic
• 1 tablespoon (7 g) onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3/4 cup (180 ml) vegetable broth, more if needed
• 1 tablespoon (15 g) organic ketchup
• 2 teaspoons (12 g) vegan bouillon paste
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) high heat neutral-flavored oil, for cooking

FOR THE COOKING BROTH:

• 2 cups (470 ml) vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon (15 g) organic ketchup
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) tamari
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C, or gas mark 3).
2. In a medium-size bowl, stir together the dry ingredients: vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, granulated tapioca, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground black pepper.
3. In a measuring cup, stir together the wet ingredients: vegetable broth, organic ketchup, and vegan bouillon paste.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Knead the mixture with your hands until it forms a cohesive ball. If needed, add an additional tablespoon of gluten or broth to reach the desired consistency.
5. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and sandwich each portion between two pieces of parchment paper. Roll each portion into a cutlet that is no more than 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) thick.
6. Heat the high heat neutral-flavored oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the cutlets in batches for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they become nicely browned.
7. To prepare the cooking broth, stir together all the ingredients in a 9 × 13 inch (22 × 23 cm) baking dish.
8. Place the seitan cutlets into the broth and cover the pan tightly with foil. Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven.
9. After baking, turn off the oven and let the seitan sit in the oven for an additional 1 hour.
10. Once the seitan has cooled in the broth, you can store it airtight in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to two months.

Enjoy these Kind-to-Cows Seitan cutlets as a delicious and cruelty-free protein option. Whether you serve them as a main course with your favorite sides or use them in various recipes, these seitan cutlets are sure to satisfy your taste buds and add a nutritious touch to your meals. Happy cooking!