Seitan Chorizo Crumbles
by Tavolino
A quick and spicy vegan meat alternative made from vital wheat gluten, perfect for adding texture and flavor to tacos, chili, or pasta dishes.

Ingredients
- vital wheat gluten 60 g
- nutritional yeast 10 g
- fine sea salt 3 g
- ground cumin 2 g
- cayenne pepper 0.5 g
- paprika 1 g
- chili powder 4 g
- dried onion flakes 1 g
- water 30 ml
- apple cider vinegar 30 ml
- ketchup 30 g
- canola oil 15 ml
Preparation
- 1
Combine 60 g vital wheat gluten, 10 g nutritional yeast, 3 g salt, 2 g cumin, 0.5 g cayenne, 1 g paprika, 4 g chili powder, and 1 g onion flakes in a bowl.
- 2
Add 30 ml water, 30 ml apple cider vinegar, 30 g ketchup, and 15 ml canola oil to the dry mixture.
- 3
Stir the mixture with a fork until combined.
- 4
Use your fingertips to break the dough into small, crumble-sized pieces.
- 5
Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- 6
Add the crumbles to the pan and fry for 8 minutes, stirring constantly, until browned and crispy.