Calling all tofu and seitan enthusiasts! We have a delicious treat for you: a curated collection of recipes that transform these versatile plant-based proteins into mouthwatering chicken-flavored dishes. From succulent seitan "chicken" nuggets to tender tofu "chicken" strips and flavorful seitan "chicken" stir-fry, our recipes cater to a range of tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or simply seeking a healthier alternative to traditional chicken, these recipes promise a satisfying and savory culinary experience. Dive in, explore the diverse flavors, and enjoy the goodness of plant-based "chicken" like never before!
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CHICKEN SEITAN
This homemade chicken seitan is easy to make and has a great flavor. It can be marinated and used in stir fries, eaten in a sandwich, or used in any recipe that calls for seitan.
Provided by Kelly Peloza
Categories Tofu, Seitan, & Meat Alternatives
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl or a stand mixer equipped with a dough hook attachment, combine the vital wheat gluten, flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir to combine.
- Mix together the broth, soy sauce, and olive oil in a measuring cup.
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry, mixing together as you go.
- Once you've added all of the liquid, the mixture will come together in a ball and be very elastic.
- The seitan dough should be wet to the touch. If it's dry or crumbly, add more broth until the desired texture is reached.
- Cut the seitan into 4 pieces, and place each one on a square piece of foil, 10-12 inches on each side.
- Smash the seitan into a patty, then fold the foil into a little packet and smash it down more.
- Repeat with all 4 pieces.
- Prepare a large pot with a steamer basket (see note) or other steaming appliance.
- Steam the seitan for 35 minutes, or until firm.
- Slice, shred, or chop the seitan and use as desired, or as directed in a recipe.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, ServingSize 1 piece, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat
20 BEST SEITAN RECIPE COLLECTION
From fajitas and meatloaf to curry and fried chicken, these seitan recipes are ideal for vegans. This meat substitute is easy to make and super versatile.
Provided by insanelygood
Categories Dinner Recipe Roundup
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a delicious seitan recipe in 30 minutes or less!
Nutrition Facts :
THE QUICKEST & EASIEST SEITAN RECIPE!! (VEGAN CHICKEN!)
Just 20 minutes to make, and only 7 ingredients, this is by far the quickest and easiest seitan recipe ever!! This vegan chicken alternative is simple to whip up and perfect to add to any meal. Crispy crunchy on the outside, and tender chewy in the middle. The perfect meaty texture to amp up any vegan meal! If you are new to making seitan this is the perfect recipe for beginners to try.Inspired by @futurelettuce
Provided by Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Add about an inch of water to a pot with a steamer basket and bring to a light boil.
- In the meantime, whisk together the vital wheat gluten, flour, vegetable broth powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Pour in the water and mix to form a ball of dough. Lightly grease the steamer basket, then tear off bite-sized pieces of the seitan dough and place them in a single layer in the steamer basket. Cover, and steam the seitan for 10 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a small bowl or a measuring glass, mix together the Thai sweet chili sauce, hoisin, soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside. (See notes for other sauce options).
- When the seitan is done steaming, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or non-stick pan. Use tongs to remove the seitan bites from the steamer basket, and place them into the hot oil in the pan. Be careful as it may splatter. Cook the seitan bites a few minutes per side until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the heat and add the sauce and toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving of seitan fried in oil, but without sauce (recipe makes 4 servings), Calories 180 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Sodium 364 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g
BASIC SEITAN - CHICKEN FLAVOR
I have been making seitan quite a bit lately, and have been trying various cooking methods (baking, steaming and now simmering). One of the more difficult methods as far as consistancy goes, (so I've read), is simmered seitan. The following recipe I found in La Dolce Vegan cookbook, and it sounded so simple and mistake proof, I had to try it. I have now conquered my fear of simering seitan in broth!! Recipe can be doubled, and the pieces can be cut into nuggets, strips or cutlet sized pieces.
Provided by Kozmic Blues
Categories Vegan
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the wheat gluten and water until it becomes elastic. Knead dough anywhere from 1 to 5 minutes.
- Cut into you desired shapes and sizes.
- In a medium sauce plan, bring all of the broth ingredient to a boil.
- Add prepared seitan into broth.
- Reduce heat and cover with lid.
- Let simmer for 50-60 minutes stirring every 10 minutes, until MOST but not all of the broth has reduced completely, this can take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes.
- Use chicken flavored seitan immediately in your dish of choice or store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days, or the freezer for up to 6 months. If you use the seitan imemdiately after simmering, it will seem quite soft and tender. If you allow it to cool and then use it in a dish, it will have a bit more texture to it.
THE BEST VEGAN SEITAN CHICKEN RECIPE
This easy vegan seitan chicken recipe is perfect on the grill, fried, or in salads.
Provided by Linda & Alex
Categories Main Course
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the 2 cups vital wheat gluten with the 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt, and 1 tbsp chicken seasoning until they're completely combined.
- In a small bowl, whisk the 1 cup tofu, ½ cup water, 1 tbsp no chicken bouillon paste, and 1 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce until the tofu breaks down into small pieces.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry and when it forms a ball.
- On a clean flat surface dusted with vital wheat gluten, knead the dough for 1 minute then roll or press into a ½ inch thick circle. The dough will keep shrinking, just continue to press it back. If the dough tears, press it back together.
- Using a sharp paring knife, cut out the chicken cutlets. You can decide on how small or large you want them to be.
- Place a steaming basket in a large pot and fill with water until the water is just below the basket. You don't want water to touch the cutlets. Bring the water to a boil.
- Spray a light coating of oil on the basket to prevent the cutlets from sticking and place the cutlets on the basket. If you need to layer the cutlets, spray a light coating of oil on the bottom layer so they don't stick together.
- Reduce the water to a simmer, cover the pot, and steam for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cutlets from the pot and refrigerate for at least an hour. This will let the seitan develop a better texture.
- TO GRILL THE VEGAN CHIK'N BREASTS
- Brush or spray a light coating of vegetable oil on both sides and grill for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until they're heated through.
- Layer on our homemade BBQ sauce for added flavor.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 172 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 654 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g
SEITAN CHICKEN
It might look like a lot of steps, but this seitan chicken recipe is not hard to put together. Cooking the patties in foil makes for easy cleanup. If you are looking to save even more time, you can skip the dredging step and just fry the patties in oil. It may take a little bit longer to achieve a nice crust on the outside, but the result will still be crispy and golden brown. -Peggy Woodward, Taste of Home Senior Food Editor
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the first 9 ingredients; stir in broth and oil until mixture pulls away from sides of bowl and form a ball. Turn onto a surface lightly floured with vital wheat gluten flour. Knead 3-5 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest 10 minutes., Divide dough into 4 equal portions. Shape into 1/2-in.-thick ovals, roughly 3 x 5-in. Place each patty in the center of a 12 x12-in. piece of foil. Loosely fold foil around patties and crimp edges to seal, making 4 packets (leave room in packets for patties to expand while cooking). , In a large saucepan, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place packets in basket, overlapping as needed. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer; steam, covered, until firm and no longer sticky, 35-40 minutes. Remove from steamer basket. Leaving in foil packets, refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour. , In a shallow bowl, mix flour, corn meal and Old Bay seasoning. Pour soy milk in a separate shallow bowl. Dip in milk, then in flour mixture, patting to help coating adhere. , In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties. Cook until lightly browned and heated through, 3-5 minutes on each side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 616 calories, Fat 26g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Ingredients: Select high-quality vital wheat gluten, low-sodium soy sauce, and flavorful seasonings to create the best-tasting seitan chicken.
- Proper Hydration: Ensure that you add enough water to form a smooth and pliable dough. Too much water can result in a mushy texture, while too little water can make the seitan tough.
- Effective Kneading: Knead the seitan dough well to develop its texture and elasticity. Proper kneading helps align the gluten strands, creating a chewy and meat-like consistency.
- Perfect Cooking Method: Experiment with different cooking methods to achieve your desired texture and flavor. Steaming, boiling, or pan-frying are common techniques for cooking seitan chicken.
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Enhance the taste of your seitan chicken by marinating it in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, spices, and herbs before cooking.
Conclusion:
Seitan chicken is a delicious and versatile plant-based alternative to traditional chicken. With the right ingredients, techniques, and seasonings, you can create a satisfying and nutritious dish that mimics the flavor and texture of chicken. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, seitan chicken is a great option. So, experiment with different recipes, explore various cooking methods, and enjoy the deliciousness of this meatless protein.
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