How to Make Seitan from Scratch

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Add 2 cups of whole wheat flour and 1 cup of water to the food processor.

   If the mixture is loose and sticky, add more flour and process until the mixture holds together in a ball. , Cover it with hot water. ,, Place the cooking temperature on high. ,, (This is the starch being drawn from the dough.) ,,, This could take 15 to 20 repetitions.
   
   Note that the dough will reduce to approximately 40% of its original size in its transition into seitan. , Make sure that the broth covers the seitan completely. , Flip the seitan halfway through. , Use with a week of making.
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   Step 2: Process the mixture for 30 seconds or until the mixture forms a ball of dough.

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   Step 3: Put the ball of dough into a bowl.

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   Step 4: Let the dough sit for 30 minutes.

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   Step 5: While the dough is sitting

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   Step 6: add 8 cups of vegetable broth to the slow cooker.

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   Step 7: After the dough has rested for 30 minutes

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   Step 8: put the bowl with the dough and water in the sink.

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   Step 9: Knead the dough underwater until the water turns opaque.

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    Step 10: Dump out the opaque water.

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    Step 11: Refill the bowl with enough warm water to cover the ball of dough.

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    Step 12: Repeat steps 1 to 3 until the water is no longer opaque when kneading the dough.

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    Step 13: Add your newly formed seitan to your slow cooker.

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    Step 14: Cook on high for 2 hours.

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    Step 15: Store the seitan by refrigerating it in the broth.

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