Instant Pot Seitan

Instant Pot Seitan

Main Course
65 min
154 kcal / serving

You can easily make seitan from scratch following this instant pot seitan recipe! With just a few ingredients, you can make this versatile chicken alternative that is meaty, juicy, and protein-packed. 

Ingredients

  • ½block extra-firm tofu (or firm tofu (200g/7 oz) )
  • ½ cupvegetable broth (or water )
  • 2 tablespoonnutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil (or other neutral oil of choice )
  • 1 teaspoongarlic powder
  • 1 teaspoononion powder
  • ½ teaspoonsalt
  • 1 ¼ cupvital wheat gluten

Directions

  1. 1

    In a food processor, add all ingredients except vital wheat gluten. Blend until a smooth batter forms.

  2. 2

    Add wheat gluten, and pulse until the dough comes together.

  3. 3

    Allow to process for 1-2 minutes or until the dough is slightly elastic to the touch.

  4. 4

    Shape it into a log. Tightly wrap the dough up with foil.

  5. 5

    Fill the inner pot of the Instant Pot with a cup of water, then insert the steamer rack. Place the wrapped dough onto the rack.

  6. 6

    Cook at high pressure for 45 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally.

  7. 7

    Allow to cool completely and firm up before slicing or carving.