A golden Seitan en Croûte wrapped in flaky puff pastry, garnished with rosemary, served on a wooden board with vegan gravy and festive decorations like cranberries and pinecones in the background.

Seitan en Croûte – Vegan Savory Pastry Loaf

A juicy and savory seitan loaf wrapped in a flaky puff pastry, offering the perfect blend of flavors and textures for your next celebration!
Portions:8
Preparation Time: 40 minuten
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Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment paper or silicone mat

Ingrediënten

  • 1 cup 120 g whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon 15 g prepared stone-ground mustard
  • 1 package 1 pound, or 455 g vegan frozen puff pastry
  • 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes plus extra for sprinkling
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika plus extra for sprinkling
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups 288 g vital wheat gluten flour
  • 3 tablespoons 50 g tomato paste
  • 1 cup 235 ml beef-flavored vegetable broth (or plain vegetable broth)
  • ½ cup 120 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup 60 ml soy sauce or tamari

Instructies

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, gas mark 4).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, combine wheat gluten, wheat flour, nutritional yeast, parsley, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, mix vegetable broth, olive oil, soy sauce, tomato paste, mustard, and liquid smoke.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and knead until a moist dough forms.
  • Let rest for 20 minutes.
  • Thaw the puff pastry according to the package instructions.
  • Form the seitan mixture into a loaf shape and place it in the center of the baking sheet.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool slightly to reabsorb its juices.
  • Increase the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C, gas mark 5).
  • Cover the loaf with one sheet of puff pastry, tucking the edges underneath.
  • Slice the second pastry sheet into 10 strips and weave them across the top of the loaf.
  • Tuck the loose ends underneath.
  • Sprinkle paprika and parsley on top.
  • Return the loaf to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and puffed.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp white wine like Chardonnay or a dry Riesling for a perfect balance with the savory flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 33 g | Protein: 18 g | Fat: 14 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 480 g
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Recipe Category Main Dish / Pastry
Country French
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