Craving crispy, smokey bacon without the meat? This Crispy Seitan Bacon recipe is perfect for BLTs, sandwiches, or as a crunchy snack that brings all the flavor without compromise.
Crispy Seitan Bacon
Craving crispy, smokey bacon without the meat? This Crispy Seitan Bacon recipe is perfect for BLTs, sandwiches, or as a crunchy snack that brings all the flavor without compromise.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Food processor
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat (e.g., Silpat)
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon 17 g tomato paste
- 1 clove garlic grated
- ½ cup 128 g cooked cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup 36 g vital wheat gluten flour
- ¼ cup 20 g whole wheat panko or other bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons 16 g nutritional yeast
- 3 tablespoons 45 ml soy sauce
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients in a food processor until smooth and pasty.
- Scrape the sides occasionally.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C, or gas mark 5).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop up about 1½ tablespoons (30 g) of the seitan paste and pat it down into the shape of bacon strips, spreading as thinly as possible.
- Bake for 15 minutes, turning once halfway through the baking time, until brown and crispy.
- If you have leftovers, fry them in a pan for a few seconds to make them crispy again.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine advice:
A light, fruity red wine such as Pinot Noir will complement the smoky and savory flavor of the Crispy Seitan Bacon.
Nutrition values
Calories: 160 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 7 g | Sugar: 5 g