Perfect Vegan Roast
This tender seitan-based vegan roast is surprisingly simple to make and perfect for dinner and even special occasions like parties and holiday meals.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 272kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups vital wheat gluten
- 1/3 cup nutritional yeast flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt & pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup cooked white beans navy, great northern, cannellini, pintos
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3-4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, add the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic and onion powder, sage, rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk together well and set to the side.
- Next, add the beans, garlic cloves, soy sauce, veggie broth, and liquid smoke to a blender or food processor and blend well.
- For the beans, I like to use white beans like Great Northern or cannellini beans. Pinto beans are another great option.
- Add the bean mixture that has been blended to the larger bowl with the dry ingredients and stir well to combine. Once it’s mixed as well as you can get with a spoon, it is time to get your hands into it and begin kneading. If it seems a little too dry, it’s okay to add a splash of veggie broth. Knead for about 3 minutes or so. The longer you knead it, the chewier the finished product will be.
- Form the dough into a log that is about the size of a roast, around 10 inches by 5 inches.
- Place it on the parchment paper and roll up tightly and tuck the ends underneath. Photos above to help you visualize.
- Next, take the log that is in parchment paper and wrap it up in foil to help hold in the moisture. Tuck the foil ends under as well.
- Place the vegan roast on a baking sheet or pan and pop it into the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 1 hour, flipping it every 20 minutes to ensure that it cooks well on all sides.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Notes
Tips & Suggestions:
I have included step-by-step photos and directions above to ensure your first attempt will be successful.
Not gluten-free- Unfortunately, seitan is made from gluten, so it cannot be gluten-free. However, another great option is my Vegan Meatloaf which has gluten-free options.
White beans- I use white beans like cannellini or great northern beans. Pintos are also a great option. Just make sure to drain and rinse them if they are from a can.
Reheat- To reheat, simply warm it in the oven or microwave, or slice it and sauté in a pan to maintain its texture and flavor.
Storage- Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. It also freezes well.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g