Smoky Seitan Strips
Smoky Seitan Strips
Craving that smoky, savory crunch but without the oink? You’ve come to the right place! These Crispy Seitan Bacon strips are a game-changer for anyone who loves that ultimate bacon experience. They’re packed with a smoky, salty flavor and cook up to be perfectly crispy, making them the star of your next BLT or breakfast scramble. You’ll be asking yourself, “Wait, is this really not bacon?”
Equipment
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- spatula
Ingrediënten
- 1 grated garlic clove
- 16 g nutritional yeast
- 20 g whole wheat panko or other bread crumbs
- 36 g vital wheat gluten flour
- 128 g cooked cannellini beans drained and rinsed
- 15 ml liquid smoke
- 45 ml soy sauce
- 17 g tomato paste
- 1 tsp canola oil
- 30 ml pure maple syrup
Instructies
- In a food processor, blend all the ingredients until smooth and pastelike.
- Scrape the sides occasionally.
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop about 30 g of the seitan paste and pat it down into the shape of bacon strips.
- Spread the paste as thinly as possible.
- Bake for 15 minutes, turning halfway through the baking time, until the strips are brown and crispy.
- For extra crispiness, fry the leftover strips in a pan for a few seconds.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
These crispy strips are incredibly versatile! They are the star of a classic BLT sandwich, but they also make a fantastic topping for salads or a simple savory snack on their own.
Wine Advice:
For this bold and smoky plant-based bacon, you need a wine that can handle its strong personality. A crisp, light Pinot Grigio or a chilled Sauvignon Blanc would be an excellent choice. Their refreshing acidity and subtle citrus notes will cut through the smoky, salty flavors and create a beautiful contrast. It’s a pairing that proves plant-based food can be just as exciting as the real thing!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 125 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 9 g | Fat: 4 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 0.9 g
