Ingredients
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For the Seitan Medallions
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1 1/4 cups vital wheat gluten vital wheat gluten1 1/4 cups vital wheat gluten
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1/2 cup cooked white beans white beans1/2 cup cooked white beans
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1/2 cup vegetable broth vegetable broth1/2 cup vegetable broth
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2 tbsp tomato paste tomato paste2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tbsp soy sauce soy sauce1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp olive oil olive oil1 tbsp olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp dried thyme dried thyme1 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp black pepper black pepper1/2 tsp black pepper
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For the Orange-Ginger Glaze
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1 cup fresh orange juice orange juice1 cup fresh orange juice
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Zest of 1 orangeZest of 1 orange
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2 tbsp maple syrup maple syrup2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tbsp soy sauce soy sauce1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp white wine vinegar white wine vinegar1 tbsp white wine vinegar
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1 inch fresh ginger, grated ginger1 inch fresh ginger, grated
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1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening) cornstarch1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
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For the Roasted Root Vegetables
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2 large carrots, cut into batons carrots2 large carrots, cut into batons
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2 parsnips, cut into batons parsnips2 parsnips, cut into batons
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1 tbsp olive oil olive oil1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp herbes de Provence herbes de provence1 tsp herbes de Provence
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Salt and pepper, to taste saltSalt and pepper, to taste
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Garnish:Garnish:
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Fresh parsley fresh parsleyFresh parsley
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Orange slices orange slicesOrange slices
Directions
Prepare the seitan dough and steam until firm. Meanwhile, roast the root vegetables and make the orange-ginger glaze. Sear the steamed seitan medallions for a golden crust, then glaze and serve alongside the vegetables. Garnish and enjoy! For a gluten-free version, substitute seitan with thick slices of marinated tempeh or king oyster mushrooms.
Steps
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). |
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In a food processor, blend white beans, vegetable broth, tomato paste, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and black pepper until smooth. |
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Add vital wheat gluten and pulse until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 2 minutes until elastic. |
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Divide dough into 6 medallions. Flatten each medallion slightly. |
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Wrap each medallion in parchment and foil. Steam for 30 minutes. |
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While seitan steams, toss carrots and parsnips with olive oil, herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway. |
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For the glaze: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, zest, maple syrup, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger. Simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, until slightly reduced. If desired, whisk cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add to thicken. |
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Unwrap steamed seitan and sear medallions in a hot skillet with a splash of olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. |
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Pour orange-ginger glaze over medallions and let simmer for 2 minutes to coat. |
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Serve seitan medallions with roasted root vegetables, garnish with parsley and orange slices. |








