could you make me a recipe for vegan german sausages using vital wheat gluten?
user
Sure, I'd be happy to help with that recipe! Here's a simple and delicious vegan German sausage recipe that uses vital wheat gluten, also known as seitan. Ingredients:
- 2 cups vital wheat gluten
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the smoky garlic sausage seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried sage
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

For the hot sausage seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the juniper berries sausage seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
- 1/2 teaspoon dried juniper berries

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, vegetable stock, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, marjoram, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the dough comes together and forms a ball. If it's too dry, add a little more stock. If it's too wet, add a little more gluten.

2. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

3. Divide the dough into three equal parts.

4. For each seasoning, combine the ingredients in a small bowl.

5. Starting with 1/3 of the dough, flatten it and sprinkle the corresponding seasoning over the surface. Knead well, ensuring that the spices are evenly distributed.

6. Shape the sausages into cylinders, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter and 4-6 inches in length.

7. Place the sausages on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

9. Bake the sausages for approximately 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.

10. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

11. Slice and serve with your favorite vegan hot dog buns, sauerkraut, mustard, and ketchup.

Enjoy your delicious and protein-packed vegan German sausages!
assistant
could you make me a recipe for vegan german sausages using vital wheat gluten?
user
Sure, I'd be happy to help you create a recipe for vegan German sausages using vital wheat gluten. Here's a simple recipe you can try:

Ingredients:

* 1 cup (120g) vital wheat gluten
* 1/4 cup (30g) nutritional yeast
* 1 tbsp smoked paprika
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp onion powder
* 1 tsp salt
* 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
* 1/2 tsp ground coriander
* 1/2 tsp ground allspice
* 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
* 3/4 cup (180ml) vegetable broth
* 2 tbsp tomato paste
* 1 tbsp soy sauce
* 1 tbsp maple syrup
* 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
* 1 tbsp oil

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, coriander, allspice, and nutmeg.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the vegetable broth, tomato paste, soy sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and oil.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for about 2 minutes until it becomes elastic.
5. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each piece into a sausage.
6. Wrap each sausage tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to secure.
7. Steam the sausages in a steamer or a large pot with a steamer basket for about 30 minutes.
8. Once the sausages are done steaming, remove them from the foil and let them cool.
9. Preheat a pan over medium heat and add a little bit of oil.
10. Add the sausages to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until they are browned and crispy.
11. Serve the sausages with your favorite toppings, such as sauerkraut, mustard, and pickles. Enjoy!
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