Vegan Steak

 This vegan Seitan Steak is juicy and super easy to make!. You can combine all the ingredients in a food processor-so no kneading required !

You can eat this vegan steak with any sides you like, of course it is a personal preference. Not only this vegan steak is delicious but it can fool anyone who's looking at it. The consistency is similar to that of steak, sure, but the taste is not. Having said that, with the right spices and sauces, this actually has a smokey, slightly tarty flavour.

The only downside of this vegan steak is not gluten-free! It is made with vital wheat gluten, so this cannot be consumed by those who are gluten intolerant. The vital wheat gluten is super high in protein.

No need to skip those fun summer BBQ gatherings anymore. You can now enjoy a delicious Vegan Steak which can be fried or grilled. Either way, this easy vegan steak will taste incredible.

Ingredients:

For the vegan steak:

• ¾ cup water
• ¾ cup green lentils, rinsed and drained
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp no-meat beef bouillon
• 1 tsp yellow mustar
• ¼ tsp liquid smoke
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp granulated onion
• ½ tsp granulated garlic
• ½ tsp dried dill
• ½ tsp ground coriander
• 11/3 cups vital wheat gluten

For the marinate:

• 3 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1½ tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp yellow mustard
• 1½ tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ¼ tsp granulated garlic
• pinch of salt and pepper

Method:

For the seitan vegan: First add the ingredients for the seitan steaks in your food processor (except vital wheat gluten) and process until smooth.

Now add the gluten evenly on top of the wet mix. Process until just combined!. You do not want to over mix or the steaks could turn out tough.

Turn the seitan dough onto the counter. Do not knead the dough!. Press into a disk approximately 8-9 inches in diameter and about ½ inch thick. Portion the steaks like you would a pie, into 4-6 pieces. Wrap steaks individually in tin foil, wrap loosely to leave room for expansion during steaming.

To cook the raw seitan: Place in your steamer pot with lid and steam for 30 minutes over medium heat, flipping them halfway through.

While the steaks are steaming make the marinade. Add all the ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk together until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.

When steaks are done, remove from foil packets and place in a shallow dish or a large freezer bag. Pour the marinade evenly over the steaks. Marinade for a minimum of one hour or longer. I prefer to marinate mine overnight.

To grill: Cook the steaks on your grill pan or BBQ over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side, to get some good char marks and flavour! basting frequently with marinade.

Move to a serving platter and add a little more marinade for added juiciness. Serve and enjoy!