Recipes- Seitan Sandwich

Seitan is a great protein option for many vegetarians; especially those that do not like Tofu. I love Tofu when made well (yes, it CAN be nasty), but Seitan is more universally appealing. The only downside would be if you were allergic to wheat gluten. If you are not allergic, try this easy sandwich.

BBQ Seitan Sandwich:

1 package 'Traditional Seitan' (the blue box) (or some other Brand) (cut into bite size cubes)
1 large onion (diced)
1 large green pepper (diced)
1 clove of garlic (minced)
sub rolls or bread
Your favorite BBQ sauce (my fav mainstream brand is Bull's Eye)
potatoes or fries
soy cheese (an add-on, but not necessary) (I use Soysation brand Mozzarella)

If you want french fries with it, preheat your oven and make them as per instructions. If you want a baked potato with this, microwave the potato for 8-9 minutes and then bake it for 10 minutes to crisp it up.

For the sandwich: Heat some olive oil in a skillet for 1-2 minutes on medium. Then add onion and garlic and cook until they are a little brown. Add the Seitan and brown it for 2-3 minutes. Add the pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add BBQ sauce to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Turn off heat. If you are using soy cheese, then take the mixture and put it on a sub roll or bread, sprinkle with cheese and brown the cheese in a toaster oven. If you are NOT using cheese, the sandwich would be ready after the BBQ sauce is cooked.

The sandwich has plenty of protein, iron, and vitamins. However, to add more nutrition, try having a side of brocolli.

You could also try this sandwich with YOUR favorite sauce.....hoisin, sweet and sour, etc...