Vegan Air Frying Seitan (Wheat Gluten) with Eggplant and Garlic Powder
🌱 100% Plant-Based
Cook Time: 10-14 min
Total Time: ~24 min
Temperature: 400°F
Protein: 25g per 100g
Serves: 2
Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based
Ingredients
- 4 oz (113g) seitan (wheat gluten)
- 2 cups eggplant, prepped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for umami
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- Prep the protein: Slice, cube, or shred depending on recipe. Can make from vital wheat gluten.
- Season: Toss seitan (wheat gluten) with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Prep vegetables: Wash and cut eggplant into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Heat: Set to 400°F. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook protein: Add seitan (wheat gluten) and cook for 10-14 minutes. Strips or nuggets, shake halfway
- Add vegetables: Add eggplant and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
- Season: In dry rub or seasoning mix. Taste and adjust salt and garlic powder.
- Finish: Add optional soy sauce or lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Highlights
- Protein: 25g per 100g from seitan (wheat gluten)
- Fiber: High — from both seitan (wheat gluten) and eggplant
- Diet: 100% plant-based, vegan, dairy-free
- Category: Wheat-Based
Tips for Best Results
- Strips or nuggets, shake halfway
- Garlic Powder tip: In dry rub or seasoning mix.
- Don't overcrowd the cooking surface — work in batches for crispy results.
- For extra protein, serve over quinoa or brown rice.
- Storage: leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated, reheat at 400°F.