Delicious Mock Chicken Fried Steak Recipe

Enjoy a classic Southern dish with a vegetarian twist using this Mock Chicken Fried Steak recipe. This meatless version features a tender seitan cutlet coated in a crispy breading and smothered with a flavorful vegetarian gravy. Serve it with mashed potatoes and green beans for a hearty and satisfying meal that will please both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike.

Ingredients

• For the seitan cutlets:
• 1 1/2 cups vital wheat gluten
• 3/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Vegetable oil for frying
• For the breading:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the vegetarian gravy:
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, water, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes to develop the gluten. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
3. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a cutlet shape.
4. In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan over medium heat.
5. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Dredge each seitan cutlet in the breading mixture, pressing it firmly to adhere.
7. Place the breaded cutlets in the hot oil and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
8. To make the vegetarian gravy, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
9. Whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
10. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, followed by the milk, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
11. Cook the gravy, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency. If it becomes too thick, you can add more vegetable broth or milk to thin it out.
12. Serve the seitan cutlets smothered in the vegetarian gravy, alongside mashed potatoes and green beans.
13. Enjoy your delicious Mock Chicken Fried Steak!

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