Vegan Ground “Beef” made with vital wheat gluten. This plant-based alternative is quick and easy to make for use in all kinds of recipes.

Ingredients

Yields: 2 lbs.

Vegan Ground “Beef”

• 10 cups water
• 2 Tbs soy sauce
• 4 beef-flavored vegan broth cubes or bouillon paste (2-3 tsp)
• 2 cups vital wheat gluten
• 2 Tbs nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp ground garlic and onion powder
• 1 1/4 cup water
• 3 Tbs tomato paste
• 4 tsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a large pot bring the water, soy sauce, and broth to a boil.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic, and onion powder.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry mix and pour in the water, tomato paste, and vegetable oil. Whisk together the wet liquids in the center before incorporating them into the dry. After combining, begin kneading together by hand for 2-3 minutes. Divide the dough into four balls, and knead some more.
4. When the stock is boiling, reduce heat to medium. Add the seitan dough to the broth, reduce heat to low, and simmer, covering with a lid slightly ajar. Simmer for 45 minutes, you may bring the broth back to a low boil after about 15 minutes.
5. After the seitan is cooked and firm, you can use it immediately for a dish calling for beef. Store any unused seitan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Use a food processor or blender to pulse the seitan into a ground beef texture.

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