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Combine the dry ingredients in the bowl of a stand mixer. I used my Kitchen Aid and it worked perfectly.
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Using the paddle attachment on the mixer slowly combine the dry ingredients.
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In a smaller bowl combine the wet ingredients and mix well with a whisk.
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Stop the stand mixer and add the wet ingredients to the dry all at once and slowly incorporate the wet into the dry.
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I added about 4 more tablespoons of spelt flour to the mix as I thought it was too wet. Mix for 5 minutes.
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After 5 minutes turn the dough out onto a cutting board and form it into a loaf shape and let it sit until broth comes to a boil. Turn the heat down to low at this point.
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Cut the loaf into 6 equal pieces and lower each one gently into the simmering broth and let it simmer covered for about 1 hour. Remember DO NOT LET THIS BOIL! It will create holes in your Seitan.
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The Seitan will be spongy and holes will make it even more so. You want to avoid that.
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After the hour is up remove the Seitan from the pot and place on a dish to cool. If you have room in the fridge this would be a good place to cool it down.
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Remember, it has to be thoroughly cooled before its ready. Don't be temped to dig in until it's cold.
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You can use this immediately, or store it in it's broth in the fridge for about 5 days. You can even put the big chunks in a zip lock bag and freeze.
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The Seitan can be used in place of any meat product, you can even grind it in the food processor and use it for burger if you wish.
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Another way to use this is to take a few big pieces and dip in flour, soy milk and bread crumbs and fry or bake it, then top with your favorite gravy.
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Bon Appetit!
