Vegan Savory Meat Roll

Satisfy your craving for hearty comfort food with this Vegan Savory Meat Roll, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite. Packed with rich, umami flavors, this recipe features a seasoned seitan "meat" log made from vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, and a blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and thyme. The tender "meat" is wrapped in flaky, golden vegan puff pastry brushed with plant-based milk for a picture-perfect finish. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and straightforward steps, this recipe is perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight indulgence, or impressing guests at your next gathering. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a tangy vegan gravy for an unforgettable meal. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or exploring meatless options, this savory roll is sure to please everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Vital wheat gluten
• 0.5 cups Chickpea flour
• 0.25 cups Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1.25 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 sheet Puff pastry (vegan)
• 2 tablespoons Plant-based milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vegetable broth, olive oil, miso paste, tomato paste, and maple syrup.

Step 4

Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.

Step 5

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and well combined.

Step 6

Shape the dough into a log about 12 inches long.

Step 7

Wrap the log tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to secure it.

Step 8

Place the wrapped log on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before unwrapping.

Step 10

Roll out the vegan puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.

Step 11

Place the cooked 'meat' log onto the pastry and wrap it securely, ensuring to seal the edges.

Step 12

Brush the top of the puff pastry with plant-based milk to encourage browning.

Step 13

Place the roll back onto the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crispy.

Step 14

Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(895.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2175.3

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2909.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 284.2g	0%

Vitamin D 12.5IU	0%
Calcium 665.6mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 2110.2mg	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: 19.2%

Protein: 51.7%

Carbs: 29.1%