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A delicious and easy vegan roast beef recipe made from chickpeas, vital wheat gluten and beet powder.
Vegan beef made to a plant-based recipe
5 from 1 vote
Cook Time1 hour
Prep Time15 minutes
Servings8 people

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpeas, canned, drained and rinsed
  • ¼  cup red wine, sub balsamic vinegar
  • ¾ cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp dijon mustard
  • ½ tbsp beet powder, can omit
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 ½  cups vital wheat gluten
  • 2 tbsp steak spice

Instructions

  • In a blender, combine all ingredients except for the vital wheat gluten and steak spice until a liquid is formed.
  • Pour into a bowl, and then add half the vital wheat gluten and mix. Pour the remaining half in and combine until you have a thick dough.
  • Transfer to a floured surface and knead for a few minutes, forming into a rectangle roast beef "loaf".
  • Place in a steamer basket and steam for 50 minutes.
  • Wrap in foil and store overnight for best results. Then season with steak spice on the outside, and char in an oiled pan. Serve and enjoy.