Vegan Bbq Ribs - Made With Seitan
Vegan BBQ ribs are typically considered a type of vegan cuisine or plant-based cuisine, which focuses on using ingredients from plant sources rather than animal products. This particular recipe for vegan BBQ ribs uses vital wheat gluten as a base, which is a wheat-based meat substitute that is commonly used in vegan cooking. The ribs are flavored with a variety of seasonings and a vegan barbecue sauce made from ingredients like tomato paste, molasses, and vinegar. This dish is a delicious and cruelty-free option for those who want to enjoy the flavors of barbecue without consuming animal products.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup vaitel wheat gluten
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
For The BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, tomato paste, and liquid smoke.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until you have a dough.
- Knead the dough for a few minutes until it becomes elastic.
- Divide the dough into 6-8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a log or rib shape. Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and brush them with barbecue sauce on both sides.
- Place the ribs back in the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the barbecue sauce is caramelized and the ribs are crispy.
- Serve the vegan BBQ ribs with additional barbecue sauce on the side.
- Enjoy your delicious and cruelty-free vegan BBQ ribs!
Notes
- Vital wheat gluten is a key ingredient in making seitan. It’s a protein-rich flour that gives seitan its meaty texture. If you can’t find it at your local grocery store, you can purchase it online or at health food stores.
- Nutritional yeast is another important ingredient that gives the seitan its savory, umami flavor. It’s also a good source of B vitamins.
- Liquid smoke is a natural flavoring that gives the seitan ribs a smoky flavor without the need for an actual smoker. You can find it at most grocery stores.
- Be sure to knead the seitan dough well to develop its elasticity. This will help give the ribs a chewy texture.
- Simmering the seitan ribs in water before grilling them helps to ensure that they are cooked through and tender.
- Feel free to adjust the number of spices and seasonings to your liking. If you like your BBQ sauce spicier, add more smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can also bake the seitan ribs in the oven instead of grilling them. Simply brush them with BBQ sauce and bake them at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, until they are browned and crispy.
- Serve the seitan ribs with your favorite BBQ sides, such as corn on the cob, coleslaw, or baked beans.