The word seitan is of Japanese origin and was coined in 1961 by George Ohsawa, a Japanese advocate of the macrobiotic diet, having been shown it by one of his students, Kiyoshi Mokutani.

Oct 18, 2024 · Seitan is a popular meat replacement that is made using wheat gluten and can be found in many types of cuisine. It’s generally low in calories but high in protein, and pre …

Oct 14, 2025 · Seitan, sometimes referred to as "wheat meat," has gained popularity in Western cuisines as a plant-based protein option, used as an alternative to tofu, edamame or tempeh in …

Jul 14, 2024 · Seitan is a mildly flavored, high-protein meat substitute made of wheat gluten. It is popular in vegetarian and vegan cooking.

May 1, 2025 · Seitan is made by combining wheat flour with water to form a dough, and then rinsing it thoroughly to remove the starch. The result is a high-protein ball of gluten that has a …

Seitan is a plant-based meat substitute made from wheat gluten that mimics the flavor and texture of chicken. Here's how to make seitan, and advice for buying and storing pre-made seitan.

Dec 3, 2025 · A reader favorite, this homemade easy seitan recipe uses vital wheat gluten flour to make a versatile and economical plant-based protein. You’ll step-by-step guide detailing how …