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Best Vegan Seitan Steak Recipe

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This Best Vegan Steak Recipe features flavorful, hearty seitan steaks made from vital wheat gluten and a savory blend of spices and ingredients. Steamed to perfection and marinated for hours, these steaks are then grilled to achieve a delicious char and smoky flavor, making them an excellent plant-based alternative to traditional steak. Serve them with vegan garlic butter, horseradish sauce, and your favorite sides like roasted potatoes and grilled veggies for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Seitan Steak

  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3/4 cup canned lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons tamari (or soy sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon better than beef vegetarian bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 and 1/3 cups vital wheat gluten

Marinade

  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons tamari
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil (or other neutral oil)
  • 1 to 1 and 1/2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire sauce (Wizard’s or Annie’s recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Seitan Dough: In a food processor, add all the seitan steak wet ingredients except the vital wheat gluten (water, lentils, tamari, tomato paste, bouillon, mustard, liquid smoke, nutritional yeast, and spices) and process until smooth.
  2. Combine Gluten: Evenly sprinkle the vital wheat gluten over the wet mixture in the processor and pulse just until combined. Avoid over mixing to prevent toughness in the steaks.
  3. Form Steaks: Turn the seitan dough onto a countertop. Do not knead. Press the dough into a disc about 8-9 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Cut the disc into 4-6 pie-like portions to form individual steaks. Wrap each steak loosely in tin foil, allowing room for expansion.
  4. Steam Steaks: Place the foil-wrapped steaks in a steamer basket inside a pot with a lid. Steam over medium heat for 30 minutes, flipping the steaks halfway through the cooking time for even texture.
  5. Prepare Marinade: While the steaks steam, whisk together all marinade ingredients—water, tamari, balsamic vinegar, grapeseed oil, vegan Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, brown sugar, Italian seasoning, granulated garlic, salt, and pepper—in a medium bowl until the sugar dissolves.
  6. Marinate Steaks: Remove steamed steaks from foil and place in a shallow dish or large freezer bag. Pour marinade evenly over them. Refrigerate and marinate for at least 1 hour, ideally 3-6 hours or overnight to deepen flavor and improve texture.
  7. Grill Steaks: Heat a grill pan or barbecue to medium heat. Grill the marinated seitan steaks for 2-3 minutes per side to develop char marks and enhance flavor. Baste frequently with the marinade while grilling.
  8. Serve: Transfer grilled steaks to a serving platter and drizzle with a bit more marinade for added juiciness. Serve warm alongside vegan garlic butter, horseradish sauce, baked or roasted potatoes, corn on the cob, salads, or grilled vegetables as desired.

Notes

  • Do not knead the seitan dough after combining; overworking it can make the steaks tough.
  • Marinating the steaks overnight enhances flavor and improves the texture significantly.
  • You can use either tamari or soy sauce depending on your preference or availability.
  • This vegan steak works wonderfully sliced in sandwiches, stir-fries, stews, or soups for versatile meal options.
  • Use grapeseed or other neutral oil for the marinade to avoid overpowering the flavor.
  • Adjust chili powder and spices according to your taste preference.

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