Seitan Pepperoni Recipe

Name: Seitan Pepperoni
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups vital wheat gluten flour; 1/4 cup nutritional yeast; 2 teaspoons mustard powder; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed anise seeds; 1/2 teaspoon white sugar; 3/4 cup cold water; 1/4 cup tomato paste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons liquid amino acid (such as Bragg(R)); 2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups vital wheat gluten flour
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
2 teaspoons mustard powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed fennel seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed anise seeds
1/2 teaspoon white sugar
3/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons liquid amino acid (such as Bragg(R))
2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
Mix vital wheat gluten flour, nutritional yeast, mustard powder, paprika, fennel seeds, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, anise seeds, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
3
Stir water, tomato paste, olive oil, liquid amino acid, and liquid smoke flavoring together in a separate bowl or measuring cup. Stir wet mixture into flour mixture until dough is evenly mixed. Turn dough onto a work surface and knead until smooth; shape into a log that is 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter. Tightly wrap log in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to secure.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes. Unwrap pepperoni and cool to room temperature; store in refrigerator in an air-tight container or wrapped in plastic wrap.

247

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups vital wheat gluten flour, 1/4 cup nutritional yeast, 2 teaspoons mustard powder, 2 teaspoons paprika, and more.

Yes, Seitan Pepperoni falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seitan Pepperoni

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Variations & substitutions

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