Health Conditions Diabetes-Friendly Diabetes-Friendly Vegetarian Diabetes-Friendly Low-Carb Vegetarian Homemade Seitan 5.0 (1) 1 Review Seitan, often called "wheat meat," is just that: a dough made of wheat gluten that, when cooked, very closely resembles meat. It's a common meat replacement for vegetarian and vegan diets and it's actually very easy to make at home. Use it to make breaded "chicken" Parmesan, barbecue "chicken" or even "chicken" tenders. Our recipe makes two loaves so you can use one now and freeze the other one for later. By Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner Carolyn Casner is a longtime recipe tester and contributor for EatingWell. Over the years, she has tested and developed hundreds of recipes for the magazine and website. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 19, 2024 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is a group of dedicated culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a registered dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 50 mins Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 2 loaves Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Aging Low-Sodium Low-Fat Heart-Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 cups vital wheat gluten ½ cup nutritional yeast 2 teaspoons dried minced garlic 2 teaspoons dried minced onion 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, divided 2 tablespoons white miso 4 slices ginger Directions Combine wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic and onion in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook (or in a large bowl). Whisk 1 cup broth and miso in a medium bowl (or large measuring cup); add to the dry mixture. Mix on medium-low until elastic, about 3 minutes (or knead by hand in the bowl until elastic, 3 to 5 minutes), adding more broth if the dough is too dry. Shape into two 3-by-5-inch loaves. Transfer the loaves to a large saucepan. Add the remaining broth, ginger and enough water to cover the loaves; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook until firm, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat, uncover and let stand for 15 minutes. Transfer to a colander to cool. Tips To make ahead: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2018 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 162 Calories 1g Fat 10g Carbs 27g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Serving Size 2 (1/2 inch) slices Calories 162 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 10g 4% Dietary Fiber 3g 12% Total Sugars 1g Protein 27g 54% Total Fat 1g 1% Saturated Fat 1g 3% Vitamin A 0IU 0% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Folate 120mcg 30% Sodium 211mg 9% Calcium 25mg 2% Iron 2mg 13% Magnesium 11mg 3% Potassium 192mg 4% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.