INGREDIENTS:
For the seitan dough:
1 cup vital wheat gluten
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried sage
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
3/4 cup vegetable broth
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp olive oil
For cooking the seitan:
6 cups vegetable broth (for simmering)
For the marinade/glaze:
1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp maple syrup or agave syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried sage
1/4 tsp black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prepare the seitan dough:In a large mixing bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Make the liquid mixture:In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, soy sauce or tamari, and olive oil.
Combine wet and dry ingredients:Pour the liquid mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead the dough:Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and slightly firm. If the dough is too wet, add a bit more vital wheat gluten. If it’s too dry, add a touch more vegetable broth.
Shape the seitan:Shape the dough into a log or oval loaf shape, resembling a turkey breast.
Cook the seitan:In a large pot, bring 6 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Carefully add the shaped seitan into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 hour, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Prepare the marinade/glaze:While the seitan is simmering, prepare the marinade/glaze by whisking together soy sauce or tamari, olive oil, maple syrup or agave syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried sage, and black pepper in a bowl.
Marinate the seitan:After the seitan has simmered for 1 hour, remove it from the broth and let it cool slightly. Transfer the seitan to a baking dish and pour the marinade/glaze over it, making sure to coat all sides. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator for more flavor.
Bake or grill the seitan (optional):Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the marinated seitan in the baking dish into the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, basting with the marinade occasionally, until the seitan is firm and golden brown. Alternatively, you can grill the marinated seitan on a lightly oiled grill over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the seitan is heated through.
