Apple Curry Seitan Fauxsage
A fusion of flavors, this apple curry seitan sausage adds a unique twist to stir-fries, salads, and sandwiches with its savory spice and sweet apple taste.
Equipment
- aluminum foil
- whisk,
Ingredients
- 180 g 1¼ cups vital wheat gluten flour
- 30 g ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 113 g 4 ounces unsweetened applesauce
- 30 ml 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 160 ml 2/3 cup water
- 15 g 1 tablespoon green curry paste
- 15 ml 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C, or gas mark 3).
- In a large bowl, whisk together wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, cumin, sea salt, and basil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together applesauce, canola oil, water, curry paste, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stir with a spoon, and knead the dough for 2 minutes.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
- Roll the dough into a log and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends securely.
- Bake the wrapped fauxsage in the oven for 90 minutes, flipping it halfway through to prevent uneven browning.
- Carefully remove the foil and allow the fauxsage to cool.
- Store in the refrigerator or freezer for later use.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light Indian lager to complement the curry and apple flavors.
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light Indian lager to complement the curry and apple flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 100 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 290 mg
