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Instant Pot Seitan Recipe: Simple & Savory

This Instant Pot Seitan Recipe is simple and savory, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal. It's packed with protein and can be used in a variety of dishes.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Foil
  • Trivet

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups vital wheat gluten
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Instructions: 

  • In a bowl, mix vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable broth, soy sauce, and tomato paste.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  • Knead the dough for a few minutes, then shape it into a log.
  • Place the seitan log on a piece of foil and wrap it tightly.
  • Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot, then place the trivet inside.
  • Put the foil-wrapped seitan log on the trivet.
  • Close the Instant Pot, set to high pressure for 30 minutes.
  • Once done, do a quick release, carefully remove the seitan, unwrap, and let it cool.
  • Slice or shred the seitan as desired and use in your favorite dishes.

Notes:

Seitan can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Protein, Seitan, Vegan
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