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Seitan
セイタン (seitan) · 面筋 (miànjīn) · wheat gluten
- Consistency
- Chewy, dense wheat protein with a meaty pull.
- Best for
- Steaks, stir-fries, and simmered slices in sauce.
- How to prepare
- Often sold ready. Slice and sear, or simmer in broth.
- Where to find it
- Buddhist kitchens historically; now vegan aisles worldwide.
Seitan is wheat protein (gluten). It is not suitable for coeliac disease or a gluten-free diet.
Nutrition
Per 100 g from the shared nutrition file.
- Protein25 g
- Energy141 kcal
- Fat2 g
- Calcium20 mg
Codex Standard for Wheat Protein Products including Wheat Gluten (CXS 163-1987), as of November 1, 2024
