Mock Chicken or Mock Turkey You Choose

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this versatile "Mock Chicken or Mock Turkey" recipe, perfect for vegans and vegetarians looking to recreate the savory taste and texture of poultry. Made with vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and a carefully balanced blend of spices like poultry seasoning and smoked paprika, this seitan-based dish delivers incredible flavor while staying entirely meat-free. The dough is simmered gently in a rich vegetable broth to infuse it with deep umami notes, making it ideal for slicing, shredding, or sautéing. Customize it as “chicken” or “turkey” by adjusting the seasonings to match your dish—whether you're crafting hearty sandwiches, comforting casseroles, or festive holiday spreads. Easy to cook and packed with protein, this mock meat recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Vital wheat gluten
• 0.25 cups Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Poultry seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Chickpea flour (optional, for flavor)
• 8 cups Water
• 1 piece Vegetable bouillon cube

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, poultry seasoning, salt, and chickpea flour (if using). Mix thoroughly to combine the dry ingredients.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable broth, soy sauce, and olive oil until well-combined.

Step 3

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until the mixture starts to come together. Once it forms a dough, knead it with your hands for about 2-3 minutes to develop the gluten strands. The dough should feel elastic and slightly firm.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 4-6 pieces, depending on the size you want for your mock chicken or turkey. Shape each piece into a rough oval or patty.

Step 5

In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and add the vegetable bouillon cube. Stir until dissolved to make a flavorful broth.

Step 6

Carefully lower the shaped dough pieces into the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the pieces simmer gently for 45 minutes, partially covered. Do not fully cover to prevent boiling over.

Step 7

After 45 minutes, remove the mock chicken or turkey pieces from the broth and let them cool slightly on a plate or cutting board.

Step 8

The mock meat is now ready to use! You can slice, shred, or cube it for recipes. If desired, pan-sear the pieces in a little oil to create a crispy surface before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2584.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1598.3

Total Fat 24.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4815.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.4g
Protein 268.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 673.9mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 1289.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.7%

Protein: 66.4%

Carbs: 19.9%