Vegan Beefless Stew
Description
This yummy beefless, beef-style stew is totally vegan and made with corn, celery, potatoes, herbs, and seitan.
Ingredients
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4 1/2 cups water
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1 1/2 tablespoons vegan "beef" soup flavoring
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4 large carrots, diced large
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4 stalks celery, diced large
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3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 cup peas
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1 cup corn
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1 teaspoon dried summer savory
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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salt to taste
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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2 teaspoons water
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1 (8 ounce) package cubed, beef-style seitan (such as Gardein®)
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1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
Directions
1
Mix water and "beef" soup flavoring in a large pot over high heat. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, onion, peas, and corn. Add summer savory, parsley, and black pepper and mix together well. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
2
Mix cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Add to the pot and mix to combine. Bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, at least 1 hour.
3
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seitan pieces and cook until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
4
Pour stew into bowls and add a few pieces of seitan to each.