2 INGREDIENT VEGAN MEAT⎜BETTER THAN SEITAN STEAK

[@kirstinstrand6292]

I just made a batch! So easy and very versatile. I froze most of it but was eager to taste it, so I'm going to put it in a tortilla wrap for dinner. Then garnish with arugula, a smidgen of cheese and sour cream. SO good and brilliant idea! Thank you, Jana. (First-time seitan user)

[@ChefJana]

Omg, you're making tortilla wraps tonight, I wish I was your neighbor... lol Please let me know your thoughts on it, curious to know how they turned out for you, too bad I can't see any photos of it! Have a fab day Kristin! :)

[@idkyoo]

How was it? In going to try this recipe! Thanks for sharing Jana!

[@ChefJana]

You're welcome! :)

[@ntr10me]

Hey ^_^ Seriously how did it turn out?

[@AchaiCooks]

but for real though, how was it kirstin? It sounds so good.

[@Oasis_Desert_Rose]

Nice! Try Any chopped mushrooms w Choppwd walnuts... 1 cup plus 1 cup...stir fry and yes...i add soy to be darker... thats it!

[@ricquelsheridan5617]

I tried it and i used the amino acids because its just like soysauce

[@mattstiglic]

@@ricquelsheridan5617 liquid aminos are the best!!!

[@cherisew]

Is it crunchy though?

[@merryworld4776]

Thank you ! 🌿

[@kmm2442]

Awesome. I’ve been looking for a simple recipe. Not complicated.

[@sstarkey1695]

I really like this young woman. Easy to listen to, very professional, and her instructions are so easy to follow!

[@ChefJana]

Thank you :)

[@seaglass8084]

Indeed!

[@carolinalomeli9128]

Yes, she is great and deserving of a few million more subscribers.

[@yungtwun]

Easy on the eyes too

[@kroselynn]

I made a batch yesterday and I used it for tacos. They were so tasty and so savory I almost couldn’t believe it. This recipe is so much better than anything I’ve tried before to make tacos. Good thing I have a store near me I can buy dried shiitake mushrooms and saitan flour in bulk! I froze the broth and will be using it for my next batch of soup.

[@natalienyampruh3088]

I love how you are helping us to create our own meats. I do not like eating fake meats. I also like that you make the recipes very simple, instead of long and tedious. Send you my love from Houston, Texas...Natalie (An African American).

[@angelahill7040]

I don't know how to thank you! I've been all over the YOU tube for over three years now,and this is the only recipe I've found that is what I'm wanting for my freezer staples. Just a basic meat recipe that I can reach for in a quick second to use however I want. I love your recipes, and how you've changed them. Your a breath of fresh air to KZbin. Thank you so much.

[@ChefJana]

Wow Angela that’s such a great message, so very sweet of you! It warms my heart to know I have helped you in a way, that’s why I make those videos for, to help people! Have a wonderful Christmas, you and your loved ones! Much love! ❤️💝😘🌱

[@DEZINE5]

Chickpeas, walnuts, red onion, red pepper, green pepper, yellow pepper, orange pepper, chia seeds, flax seeds, aquafaba is the replacement for eggs.

[@shareenbrooks7967]

Yep!! Akaline

[@kd3pcrgang]

Soy sauce kills alkaline mode

[@BB-sn9zk]

Damn lol I

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

Do you mix those all together to make a chickpea salad, or are you making a similar mix for a meat replacement?

[@MiskimVeniceJohnson]

What is this recipe for??? Why was it posted, I am confused?? Is this something Chef Jana posted, that I missed? Is this your recipe channel?

[@avoncalling4608]

This is the video that helped me to not be afraid of making Seitan./Mock Meats. After using this recipe I froze a couple of packages in my freezer. When I found one months later, it looked like ground beef. And the taste was fabulous!

[@merryworld4776]

@avon calling ❤your youtube moniker... I get it! 🎶

[@galespressos]

Surprisingly I discovered by accident that simple mushroom combos appeared to be meat, and were accepted by non vegan friends and vegan friends alike. Wonderful to see more formal recipes, with many variations. This channel is a treasure. Chef Jana is a favourite. Thanks so much.

[@ChefJana]

Muah 😘

[@pearljammies]

Ohh, this looks fantastic! And your tip on buying from Asian markets is great, thank you! There are so many reasons to shop there, especially for vegans!

[@ChefJana]

You are so welcome!

[@theresaq8321]

Thank you for this alternative! I love Shitake mushrooms anyway. I didn't have the seitan flour, so I used chick pea flour and it worked just fine.

[@ChefJana]

Oh, that's nice to know! ;)

[@judyjohnson9610]

I have never looked for seitan flour but chickpea flour is easy to find

[@suereaume97]

That was one of my questions. Can you use a different flour. Finding this interesting. Will try making this for ground “meat”.

[@susansmith4268]

Yeah!! I’m gluten free so chick pea flour is a heaven sent substitution. TY!

[@jayanamcmahon3942]

Thats good to know as I imagine Seitan flour has gluten on it which I need to avoid.

[@Eidann63]

I'm making this up and bagging most for the freezer. I love that it's made of Shiitake mushrooms; they are so good for you. I'm getting older, and I don't always feel like cooking from scratch; this will help. Thank you, Jana.. :)

[@ChefJana]

I hear ya, not always up for the whole cooking myself... ;)

[@carolwilliams7052]

This is great- - when using dried shiitake, the tough stems are cut away & discarded (work!). Leaving them in the mushroom mixture and pulsing them must give the alt meat just the perfect chewy texture.

[@ChefJana]

Great tip!

[@DanielleThomas]

This is incredible, thanks for sharing! Also for those leaving unproductive or negative comments - there's millions of other recipes on the internet - if this doesn't work for you then move on!

[@ChefJana]

Danielle, you are adorable. Muah! 😘 Much love to you! 🥰

[@paulettedandridge7803]

Can we use a gluten free flour if so which do you suggest ?

[@boby4751]

it's to hard to understand that concept danielle, people are just that stupid, I have not tried this yet but planning to, looks very good :)

[@tanishastevenson656]

I agree

[@chocolatevegangirl1056]

Exactly Little haters this is HER! I personally can’t wait to try it!🤗

[@sylviasanchez5868]

I enjoy using alternative ingredients when cooking. We love many foods from different cultures. Thanks to many commenters in suggesting making lasagna, pizza topping, Shepard’s pie,tacos, nachos, stuffed peppers & tomatoes. I’d like to add a few other foods I’d try to make with this mixture and I’m sure there are similar or more variations out there among various cultures- Greek: stuffed grape leaves, pastichio, moussaka Puerto Rican-alcapurrias, pasteles, relleno de papa Vietnamese-Banh Cuon Indian/ African-samosas or Sambusa Too many to list!! Thank you Jana for your inspiration!!

[@jorhay1]

Dash of liquid smoke would be good for some dishes...

[@Pinksalt8]

This is a great recipe. I seasoned it with tomato sauce and chilli spices and froze it. Last night I put it on nachos with salsa, cheese and green onions and served it to my son who loved it and couldn’t believe it wasn’t made with meat. Thinking of spicing it with tomato sauce, red pepper paste and onions ( maybe a bit of rice as well) and then stuffing green peppers with it next.

[@ChefJana]

Yum.... Your recipe made my mouth water here...

[@daniellebarker7667]

Ooo. That Does sound good!!

[@pickeymcpickerson9141]

Ohhhh easy additions. Thanks!!

[@ceceg5672]

Inspiring, yummy ideas.🤤

[@kefirheals7383]

-Thank you so much for posting how this turned out. I'm looking forward to trying out this recipe (just found it).

[@OneAfricaforlife971]

That was awesome, my family and me are just into transitioning into a full plant based diet, so making a plant based meat is perfect, so thanks for sharing your knowledge and passion, it’s much appreciated 🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@ChefJana]

Thanks a lot, Mike :)

[@OneAfricaforlife971]

@@ChefJana Thanks to you fir sharing your knowledge and passion with us. I really do appreciate it

[@kegugino]

I read that soaking the mushrooms in cold water for several hours brings out better flavor and keeps the mushrooms from getting bitter

[@ChefJana]

That's right!... 😉😉

[@ml4813]

You can rehydrate the mushrooms with any flavorful liquid doesn't just have to be water

[@isaacowens6604]

So if I have the fresh mushrooms how do I make this? Thanks.

[@kegugino]

Isaac Owens I wouldn’t soak fresh shitake at all. No need. The dried are maybe more economical and that’s probably why they’re used in this particular recipe

[@ml4813]

@@kegugino Yes of course! Dehydrated mushrooms may be reconstituted with a flavorful liquid ;-)

[@mysisterisafoodie]

What I use is equal portions of shitake mushrooms (rehydrated) and eggplant (do not peel) and pulse it in a food processor. Cook it down with garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary (optional) and salt to taste. On the side finely mince and sweat one large onion. Then add the onion to the eggplant shitake mixture, and let the flavors marinate. Take off the heat, and add finely chopped cilantro. That’s what I use as my ground beef substitute.

[@ChefJana]

I love it 🥰

[@bengrunewald4183]

I just found you and I'm loving your simple genius recipes. You are also glowing from all your awesome vegan food and have a lovely personality.

[@ChefJana]

Awe, thank you so much, Ben! Lots of love to you ❤️😘

[@veganway5481]

I love the way you cook . You make it very easy for us vegans❤️

[@ChefJana]

Oh that's such a nice thing to say! I try to make as easy as possible for you guys! Have a fab weekend and much love to you :)

[@gnostie]

I find ordinary white mushrooms and red or green lentils a good combo. This might work for cooks who don't have access to shiitake mushrooms, either because of no supply or because of cost.

[@ChefJana]

Awesome :)

[@Osiwan960]

i discovered Shiitake only recently and my brain exploded! the texture, taste, easy digestion, it's just so amazing!

[@ChefJana]

I know, right!?... :)

[@lindaparker6102]

Seitan is a popular vegan substitute for meat. It is made from wheat gluten and water and is often promoted as a high-protein, low-carb alternative to animal protein.

[@talawoods25]

Thank you. I'd never heard of seiten before.

[@lindaparker6102]

talawoods25 Neither have I ! Some of these host upload a video & assume you are supposed to know what the subject matter is all about !! And they expect us to subscribe !! They need to return to the drawing board & perform their homework! !

[@LF_RN]

linda parker no need to be negative, a simple recommendation to include this information works well.

[@mtm00]

You are so brilliant, Chef Jana. Much love to you for coming up with this recipe. 👏

[@joybelleallen8356]

I admire how patient you are with the trolls! Can't wait to try this recipe!

[@ChefJana]

Hahaha.... I know, right... :) Try this and let me know! :)

[@nyakwarObat]

@@ChefJana how much protein per 100gm in this?

[@rolinkabennett2436]

Chef n

[@musicman1685]

Steven Turner because most are rude. They should maintain respect.

[@joeb4142]

Steven Turner It’s ok to disagree but not to be disagreeable.

[@Knapweed]

An excellent alternative to a ten-minute, arm-numbing workout, kneading Seitan dough. Great in Spaghetti Bolognese, Tacos and Shepherds Pie. It's a great base recipe to experiment with. Subscribed.

[@ChefJana]

That's a great idea, tacos! I'm definitely going to make it next. 🥰

[@plantplottersparadise4005]

Made these a few days ago with fresh mushrooms. I have so far used them in lasagna, as potato patty filling and as meat balls. Success every time. Flavour and texture are great. My teenager who hates mushrooms loved the meals as I only said it’s fake meat ahahhah Thank u so much.

[@ChefJana]

Ha! Thats awesome! :)

[@Blackertheeberry]

Thanks! I was wondering if we could use fresh mushrooms instead of dried

[@cyndimanka]

I love that “ clean up my station”! At home. Lol. I shared this with my daughter for granddaughter

[@joannaedwards6325]

Wow so pretty and beautiful background and foreground. I wish more folks who post cooking vids would put that much care into their posts. MY EYES THANK YOU! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@ChefJana]

Oh, you are so sweet, Joanna! Thank you so much!

[@dolores79]

Thank you for the great tip about adding a pinch of lemon or vinegar!

[@ChefJana]

You are welcome Delores, much love! :)

[@leanneevans3608]

chef jana your a legend, gday to all from australia wishing every reader BLESSINGS

[@nuttyvegan]

Best fake meat ever! So much better than what you can buy in the supermarket. I will use it tomorrow with the grilled tomatoe sauce that was left over from the fried eggplant sandwich I had for lunch. As you can see I love a lot of your receipes!

[@MsJ.TeacherToTech]

Perfect... not too complicated and no fake oily meat. Thanks

[@cherryboo65b56]

I’m gluten intolerant, I’m going to use rice flour, but this is wonderful!

[@ChefJana]

Let me know how it turned out... :)

[@meatgoggles8149]

Do you have celiac disease?

[@victoralejandro8151]

Any luck?

[@brianmerkosky9243]

Many people who think they are gluten intolerant actually are reacting to the fodmaps in wheat. 10% of the population has SIBO and fodmaps excaserbate this. Gluten doesn't contain any fodmaps at all so you may react to wheat but probably won't react to vital wheat gluten. Sourdough bread may also not cause a reaction because the fodmaps are converted in the fermenting process. Try seitan and see if you have the same reactions as you do with regular wheat.

[@Luna_and_Miles]

@@brianmerkosky9243 Never heard of a fodmap. What's a fodmap? lol. Fascinating!

[@asideofaioli4630]

I use *shiitake mushrooms and walnuts* with fresh garlic and other spices. I can't compare textures to her version since I haven't tried it yet, but my version certainly gives a strong "aesthetic" of beef or turkey crumbles. Tastes amazingly umami too 😊👍 I'll have to try her recipe next!

[@ChefJana]

Yum.... your combination is a very nice idea, actually :)

[@eyeswideopen6891]

@ana pebble I do the same thing mushrooms and walnuts. I also add in a handful of grounded cooked chickpeas. The texture comes out amazing.

[@CoachKhara]

Yep. I do mushrooms and walnuts also (walnuts that are soaked overnight or boiled for 15-20 mins to soften). My family eats it on the regular and never knows there are walnuts in there. lol. Curious about adding in gluten flour. May try that and also try a bit of tapioca flour or a chia seed meal for a gluten free version.

[@sasanach8]

i use mushrooms and walnuts along with some black beans with the (setan flour ) i just call it that i know its really gluten flour works well with just about any dish i try

[@nousernamewhatsoever]

Hi guys, can you tell me how you make it exactly?

[@fabumaful]

This will be good to use oats instead of the glutenous flour!

[@KittyMama61]

I'm not vegan, but this recipe looks amazing! Can't wait to try it. Thanks, Chef Jana!

[@pegsol]

Ok, I just made this for brunch. I formed it into patties and cooked in a teaspoon of olive oil. I made open faced mushroom burgers on homemade toasted onion herbed bread. Avocado slices under burger, melted provolone, home grown beefsteak tomato, mustard, pickles, horseradish mayo, and mixed greens with "no oil oil" balsamic vinaigrette . My carnivore husband said it was "stupid delicious"!

[@ChefJana]

I am salivating here with you describing your food... Must have been heaven on earth! And your husband's reaction was priceless, I just love when omnis like vegan food! :)

[@4kmedia2023]

I will be starting to uploading vegan recipes to share my cooking ideas in the kitchen people think vegan food is boring and as you see here this is an awesome recipe 2 thumbs up.

[@lindaparker6102]

This is a first for me, after researching I now know what Seitan is !

[@firestarter3882]

Lol me too, I was hoping it’s not satan

[@DanceCat7]

Thank you! I am going to use amino acids instead of the soy sauce :)

[@ChefJana]

I love liquid aminos! That's perfect as well. :)

[@RL-hl1re]

Thanks for the tips! I have a cool tip for you to make your stainless steel pan non-stick, too! Put the pan on med high-no oil. let it heat up. THEN add the oil. Let the oil heat up, and THEN add your food. eggs to this, I promise if you heat the pan first and then the oil, it will be non-stick. Let me know how it goes! Thanks again, and cheers!

[@JP-sm4cs]

If you want a good European alternative then you could perhaps use dried porcini. Slightly more woody earthy flavour but just as good. :)

[@EllensAbundantLifeonLess]

Looks yummy :-) I often use mushrooms as a meat alternative. Adding some quick oats to the mushroom mixture works well too. I love simple, tasty recipes using fresh ingredients. Thank you for sharing.

[@ChefJana]

Yes, Ellen, mushrooms are the perfect meat alternative, indeed and oats have an earthy taste goes well with shrooms! You know your stuff don't you, my dear! ;)

[@afriend621]

Ellen, do you use dry or cooked oats in the mushroom mix?

[@carollynch8319]

a friend I’ve only seen dry oats recommended for similar recipes 😃

[@Vanessa-yn4dx]

Do you cook the oats thanks

[@EllensAbundantLifeonLess]

@@afriend621 Hello friend! Sorry for getting back so late, I just now saw your question! I use dry quick oats and just let it sit a little before cooking to soften.

[@nguyenvandangkhoa2005]

Love from Vietnam, you’re such a nice person, I’ve watched a lot of your videos and subscribed your channel already even though I just found out your channel tonight. Buddha bless u, such a nice person =))

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much! Much love and stay safe :)

[@rachelbeckett2571]

When the title said “better than seitan” I was hoping it wouldn’t include ANY vital wheat gluten. :(

[@ChefJana]

Sorry, Rachel..😢. but you can try and add chickpea flour instead... 🙂

[@michaelsherron5750]

Me too, even though VWG is a major staple in my pantry. I was looking for other vegan meat alternatives to what i already use.

[@ChefJana]

Michael, I'm developing a version that's just as good but gluten-free. ;)

[@bbqseitan7106]

TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTIEN TVP

[@samiamserenity]

oooh thank you for that suggestion Chef Jana ! I love the idea of chick pea flour as an alternative

[@lindamcclintock5817]

Oh wow ..this is great ..just ordered some of those dried mushrooms ..will be trying this tomorrow.....I've been strict vegan for ten years and every day I eat something new ..can't wait to experiment with this ...you are such a lovely person x

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much! let me know if you liked it :)

[@clairewalter9291]

I made this months ago and I keep coming back to this recipe. It's amazing.

[@ChefJana]

Glad you like it!

[@SpainonaFork]

My wife is going to love this Jana, this looks amazing, my wife loves seitan too, but this looks much better

[@ChefJana]

Hello there Albert! Yes, I hope she likes it, let me know if she makes something with it! Big hug to you both!

[@carolinalomeli9128]

Awww.....would love to see you two collaborate!🤗

[@FioreFabrizio]

I think you could consider using a non-stick pan.

[@ChefJana]

Agree :)

[@babettekern7161]

Non stick leaches poisons .

[@paulinaungureanu8032]

Dear Chef Jana, May God Bless You! I cannot thank you enough for this recipe. I just made 18 Shiitake mushrooms balls and placed on parchment paper in the oven. They look and taste better than any kind of meat. As additional ingredients, I added: Panko, Nutritional Yeast, Garlic and Onion powder, Raw Wheat Germ, Oregano... I appreciate so much for sharing with us your amazing culinary skills. Super presentation! I also have a bonus for you. Mushrooms are the only vegetarian food that can make Vitamin D when exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radia­tion. Because I do not know how the commercial mushrooms are dried, I will buy fresh and dry them outside at Florida Sun.

[@ChefJana]

Wow, your recipe sounds amazing! I'm so happy you liked the recipe, it warms my heart, really... :) And thank you for the support and for the info on mushrooms, that's really helpful! Have a fab day! :)

[@Unabashedlyme]

Love your video chef Jana. I’m on the ketogenic diet and I’m a vegetarian. I didn’t know what Seitan flour was so I searched your comments for the same question. I found out it is vital wheat gluten. Which I can have on Keto Diet. Yayyyyy. I’m so happy about that. I’m making this for vegan burgers. Thank you very much. I appreciate you and subscribing to your channel. 🤗 much love and hugs to you 💖

[@ChefJana]

Hahaha... me and my own particular dialect, I have no idea why I started calling gluten flour seitan flour, that was so wrong... lol... Let me know how they turn out for you, they are such a life savior! have a wonderful day and thank you for stopping by! :)

[@DikshaDivaDixit]

I love the colours peeking out your window! Looks like you have a beautiful garden! Give us a garden tour sometime if possible 💚

[@ChefJana]

Thank you! Buy my garden is not so healthy right now, Ive had some mealybugs going on here unfortunately... :(

[@DikshaDivaDixit]

@@ChefJana oh, that's a pity, hope it recovers soon 😁 sending it good vibes 🌟💚🌿

[@warriorempress6592]

Please do a meatless chorizo recipe I'm struggling with finding a good one!

[@ChefJana]

Hi Cerissa, how are you? I actually have a vid on that, here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/en_YXmmNgZJ_Zqs Have a fabulous day! ;)

[@skyler-evz2034]

Im caribbean so course i need to season it more😂😂😂

[@reginemoyse1735]

symphy neveah I was thinking the something

[@lottatroublemaker6130]

Nobody’s stopping you! ☺️

[@lisalyons4462]

I made it and all I tasted was mushroom. I added a lot of seasonings for my tacos for tonight. Nice base though

[@tonyasmithe]

Nobody never ask you . Nuff.

[@nuelle2361]

Have you tried making jamaican beef patties with this? If so, how did it turn out 👀

[@cloudoftime]

Remember to take the blade out of your food processor before mixing with your hands.

[@ChefJana]

It was out! 😆

[@cloudoftime]

@@ChefJana lol. When you first put your hand in I got a shiver down my spine, but I noticed that the blade was out. I could just see myself or someone not thinking about it. 🙂

[@ChefJana]

@@cloudoftime Oh, I'm very distracted too... and clumsy which is not a very good thing when dealing with high temperatures and sharp objects... 😆

[@ntr10me]

Haha, I felt like somehow you were talking directly to ME. XDXDXD I'm not the sharpest knife in the kitchen

[@ChefJana]

@@ntr10me hahaha! Can relate, sister! 😆

[@bruloispatrick7731]

C'est une super bonne idée Chef Jana,bravo! Je vais essayer, merci.

[@ChefJana]

Merci beaucoup, Patrick! Bisous! :)

[@bruloispatrick7731]

@@ChefJana @@ChefJana

[@aiducha]

Great job, Jana! I will make it for sure. Very creative. Cheers from Winnipeg, Canada

[@ChefJana]

Hello Aida from Winnipeg! Much love to you my darling, have a fab day! :)

[@janicerigsbee4129]

I have to give this a go! It would be a lot cheaper then the store bought veg meat.

[@ChefJana]

We love saving money! ;) Thanks for the feedback Janice, have a fab day! ;)

[@justjenny1325]

Janice Rigsbee and much more healthy since it doesn’t have all of that processed junk in it.

[@Law-_]

Shiitake are expensive tho, especially in France or European countries 😭

[@marlenelove1341]

This looks great, thank you, I just found your channel.

[@ChefJana]

Thank you Marlene, and welcome! have a fabulous day, my dear! :)

[@beyourownforceofnature7291]

You are so wonderful, Jana! Thank you for sharing these life changing recipes! I love you and appreciate you so much🙏🏻💜💜💜

[@ChefJana]

You are so sweet! :)

[@irenehigh3175]

It really, really looks great, but what would you recommend as a substitute for seitan flour? I am wheat/gluten sensitive.

[@jamesaclarkjr773]

I have made 'omelettes' with chick pea flour. 1/4 cup chick pea flour, 1/3 cup of water and a Tbls of nutritional yeast. I also use 1 tsp of lemon juice. the lemon juice cuts the taste of the chick pea flour. I think that ratio would work with the seitan replacing the chick pea for the vital wheat gluten and using the 1 tsp of lemon juice!. I'm going to make some today!

[@ChefJana]

Sounds heavenly! :)

[@jamesaclarkjr773]

@@ChefJana It is! :)

[@laurice8056]

Chef Jana this looks amazing, & so wonderfully simple too! I’m going to try your recipe with a dash of smoked paprika or Liquid Smoke. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@ChefJana]

This is a great idea! I will definitely try that next time! :)

[@stephaniel1294]

@@ChefJana can you use the mixture straight from the mixer or do you have to freeze before using? Thank you for the recipe

[@barbryll8596]

Shiitake mushrooms are a great choice! They are very “meaty” and hold up well to cooking. Plus they’re just delicious 😋

[@ChefJana]

I agree with you 100 % :)

[@FoodDiary2023]

I can't believe I just found your channel! Wonderful recipe, Jana. I can't wait to try this. Also, you sound like our beloved FLOTUS Melania 💕🇺🇸

[@ChefJana]

Awe, that's such a nice compliment, Trish! I think she's so elegant and classy! And thank you so much for your words, it means a lot to me!

[@myriampierre6299]

You can fine dried shiitake mushrooms in Asian supermarkets go on Google maps and type Asian Indian Mexican etc. And their is Utube channel that shows how to shop vegan at their just type Vegan shopping at the Asian or ___________etc. Maket .

[@stitchergary]

That was very nice.,.. I live in such a rural area I can't buy shiitake any more at the local grocery store...What is similar in texture and taste is brown lentils... Whenever I heat up veggies in my steamer I use the heated water to make a cup of lentils... It's healthy and has a good texture...thanks for the video....

[@snapoutofit4884]

Check out Amazon, I vaguely remember someone saying they bought theirs from there

[@ChefJana]

I have never thought about this before!😅 Lentils are wonderful for this, of course! I will try it myself and I will let you know! Thank you for the insight and for stopping by, hope to see you around here soon! Have a fab day!😍😍

[@margaretfarquhar9567]

Just made this recipe and it was very delicious

[@ChefJana]

Yaaayyyy!!!! 🥰

[@HowTasty]

Wow, I've never tried shiitake mushrooms and I'm so curious now! Lovely idea for a veggie burger! Super like

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much, my dear, and you've just guessed the recipe for the next episode... lol😝

[@HowTasty]

Hahaha!! Amazing :P

[@disgruntledgames]

Have you tried it? How'd it go?

[@janonfinney4783]

I love shit take mushrooms!

[@askcvw]

I like your little cauliflower toy. Really cute.

[@ChefJana]

It was a gift from the local supermarket here in Spain, I also love them! 😘

[@SophieStanleyIllustration]

Mmmm lovely! Would be nice with smoked paprika.

[@ChefJana]

Yummm... love paprika :)

[@brenda5399]

Having lost my gall bladder and a kidney recently, and having a damaged heart, I have to eat very strictly and healthily. No dairy, no soy, nuts, tomatoes...the list of cannot eat items is endless! Your site has given me hope again that I can eat foods I thought I'd have to give up for good. I can make healthier substitutes and not miss out on my fav dishes, thanks to your recipes, thank you so much. Can you suggest an alternate binder? (No tomato, soy, dairy, and nut free please!) Thanks again.

[@chaucettesgirl3116]

Love it ❤ You can also try it with giant griller mushrooms or portobello mushrooms. I blended with chopped garlic, jalapeños and cooked black bean blended to a paste. For a delicious burger, you can add grated cooked beets and cornflower. I made sourdough buns with sesame seed, added cultured cashew yoghurt, lettuce (grow in kitchen from scraps, very easy), sliced roma tomatoes and hou have a super healthy, gut friendly vegan burger! I usually serve with crumbed potato wedges. I love to use Olive Pomace to cook it all with. Oh yes... Im not a chef 😂 but I have been cooking for 50 years, the last 7 years vegan. I love your recipes ❤❤❤

[@kefirheals7383]

I like your suggestion adding cooked black beans and portobello mushrooms. I was just wondering that because I don't like shiitake. I'm writing it down right now. My husband likes burger meat on his pizza but no longer eats meat due to his recent diagnosis of heart disease, which he's now WFPB. Do you have a recipe you can share? THANKS

[@kefirheals7383]

I prefer not to use oil, due to my husband's heart health

[@aliceplamedie5147]

I knew it in my heart that you were going to use mushrooms but I didn’t wanna believe it :( I’m allergic to mushrooms 💔

[@ChefJana]

Alice, Theresa Thomas suggested on the comments down below: "I have found that cooking lentils w/bulgur gives them a "ground beef" consistency. I wonder what this would be like with bulgur". Perhaps it would work? I'm going to try it myself soon as well! 😘

[@Psaltrymom]

I have found that cooking lentils w/bulgur gives them a "ground beef" consistency. I wonder what this would be like with bulgur. I'll have to try it!

[@ChefJana]

That's a brilliant idea, Teresa! :)

[@rooney3303]

@Teresa Thomas, I've often used lentils (brown and green) in place of ground beef. Next time, I'll have to add some bulgur. What is the ratio you use?

[@eCitizen1]

What a great recipe, except for the oil. Also, you probably can't find "Seitan Flour" as this flour is usually sold as "Vital Wheat Gluten". The cheapest way to buy Shitake in my area is a 5lb bag of large "premium" mushrooms. So after the 20 minutes rest, some were still woody inside, so I cut them in half and simmered an additional 10 minutes.

[@ChefJana]

You can use water instead, Larry! ;)

[@manon562]

Thanks for your indication Larry Hutcherson Sr, because I was wondering what "seitan flour" is. Now I know it's vital wheat gluten!

[@rockyfeola]

Satan flour! 🤣

[@eCitizen1]

@@rockyfeola - Haha, I feel that way sometimes when my seitan turns out like a kitchen sponge.

[@TRex-os1uy]

I have found Seitan flour and Seitan starter at my Asian Market.

[@fkp20]

Thumbs up for the recipe and the music choice was top notch. I'll have to give the recipe a try very soon. Cheers! :)

[@ChefJana]

Finally, someone liked my music! lol Thank you for the support, hope to see you again soon! :)

[@judgmentday221]

I've been using dried shitake mushrooms for ages to cook vegetarian beef balls and other recipes and they are yummy! I would use fresh garlic and onion to saute and i love black pepper with it! But we can use other ingredients depending who is eating it! Some people may want to add a little of Paprika, Cumin or any spice ...but i really want to make vegetarian Swedish meatball out of Shitake and i prefer fresh tomatoes over canned tomato sauce, more healthy and a lot tastier!!! I just subscribed to your vlog!, just as me, i think you have unique ideas in vegetarian cooking!!! By the way, i'm Filipino and i'm exposed to different cultures. I like Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food and many others!!!, just anything healthy and yummy!

[@emanuelaamato2964]

Do they have to be shitake mushrooms or can I use other kinds of mushrooms? In Italy the shitake mushrooms are pretty expensive.

[@ChefJana]

Yes, you can use other mushrooms, I chose the shitake ones because they are a bit more bouncy and chewy than the other ones :)

[@bbqseitan7106]

Portabella or baby bella

[@davida6797]

Same here, they're the second most expensive ones in my local store Try baby Bella

[@jenniferyoung1366]

I use portobellos as a meat replacement.

[@tvfvrix]

Emanuela Amato try king trumpet mushrooms whenever they are in season, bray ive used so far. You can make pulled pork

[@aldi7085]

where my quarantine homies @ 😂

[@FarmLifeOregon]

Easy to make. I like the idea to use the leftover mushroom juice. I think I need a food processor. Looks amazing

[@ChefJana]

Yes, I've relucted for years cuz I didn't want to buy a food processor but now making the videos, I've had to... :) The mushroom broth is precious, gives depth in stews, it's really a lifesaver.

[@FarmLifeOregon]

Yum! Thanks again.

[@worshipcatalyst1]

i'm going vegan and just bought one. so excited!

[@Law-_]

@@worshipcatalyst1 thank you for going vegan bro it's awesome ❤️❤️

[@lancecdcw]

Love the simplicity of this recipe.

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much, Lance! have a fab weekend!

[@jgreen9361]

This is quite an expensive and strong tasting vegan mince.great for things like mixing with rice and stuffing red peppers and lots of dishes where you want a small amount with a good flavour punch. For things like a cottage pie, or things that are going to be strongly spiced anyway use brown lentils. Brown lentils make the base for mince because they hold their texture to just the right amount and have a savoury hint of black pepper to their flavour and aroma as they cook.

[@eslameddinghalebi1]

I'm new to this vegan scene, but why does she wanna eat Satan 😭 I know its seitan now after reading the comments, but when she says "I love Satan" she had me lool

[@xmagz214x2]

Lol my subtitles read satan 😂😂 I was like wait what?? Made me question what I was watching

[@tekata5]

I actually took a screenshot and sent it to my fiancé, couldn't believe my eyes :D

[@trevapowell9193]

I've never heard of this kind of flower how may we find this I wish you would be more clear I'm glad it is accessible to you but you're trying to tell us to use something that we're not sure of what's up with this

[@EddieSpaghetti07]

@Eddie G hello cutie

[@Marvelousmii]

Yaasss! I’ve been looking for a way to make my own meat like protein. Any way to do this without gluten?

[@ChefJana]

Hey there Shani! I'm working on it but the gluten flour gives a chewy elastic texture to the meat, difficult to replicate. But I'm researching... :)

[@Marvelousmii]

Chef Jana ok cool, thanks!

[@countrystyle5076]

@@Marvelousmii have you tried lentils for a mock ground beef? Just cook lentils drain well and add taco seasoning or a beefless bullion cube.

[@Marvelousmii]

Heidi thompson good idea! I will give that a try.

[@brightlm25]

Try Konjac flour.. I think you can get it from Amazon.. I tried a version that was made into like shrimp and I really liked texture really good I just can't remember the name of the company.

[@thebingham2124]

Nothing like vital wheat gluten gas. Be careful with that stuff!

[@ChefJana]

😆

[@rebeccabush9391]

GAS?

[@Johny40Se7en]

Thanks a lot for such a simple recipe and your English is very good for a non "native" speaker too. 5:47 that would suit a vegan bolognese, Sheppard's pie or chilli con carne lovely.

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much, Johny! That's very sweet of you to say it! And oh, yes, a bolognese would be perfect, I have made it before and boy was that delicious! :) Much love and have a fab weekend! :)

[@nigelwiseman8644]

Use kidney beans for shepherd's pie.

[@lemaitrethemonk]

Nice video. Thank you. Walking away from tacos was difficult as I transition to a whole food plant based diet. I will have to try this. Your voice is very soothing by the way. Peace, blessings and health...

[@ChefJana]

Thank you so much Emanuel! Lots of love to you :)

[@LaCocinadera]

Excelent!

[@ChefJana]

Thank you my darling!

[@lauraangeles5004]

Holaaa!!

[@merlijnbell8747]

"That's EXACTLY what i want." XD

[@ChefJana]

This is awesome isn't it... ;) and tomorrow I will be posting a video tutorial on how to make vegan chicken! Stay tuned :)

[@TheAmeston]

Would love to see if you could make it gluten free?

[@ChefJana]

Hey Alisha! I'm working on that actually but the gluten flour gives that chewy texture that regular flor won't. :)

[@lynndemmings1482]

For a gluen free "meat" use equal parts cooked: steel cut oats, quinoa and lentils. It has a great texture and good flavour. Add whatever spices you like.

[@sheriollen9461]

Fry with water not oil but looks good thanks for sharing ❤️

[@claudiacamachod9339]

Hi Chef Jana! I just made this recipe, and my family loves it! Thank You! Claudia

[@ChefJana]

Wonderful! Lots of love to you all :)

[@brave0000]

I was just thinking about how to make vegan meat today. I’m so excited to try this.Thank you for sharing.

[@ChefJana]

You are so welcome!

[@MP-xd1tc]

No seitán. Probably chickpeas

[@trouvaillebytiffany9148]

Hello, curious why you said no seitan?

[@prenuptials5925]

"I love Satan."

[@ChefJana]

Hahaha... love it! 😆😈

[@the1law500]

That's what I heard too!!!!! 😂😂😂😂

[@bethetruth1842]

pre nuptials Satan Flour 😅

[@bethetruth1842]

pre nuptials And the Shit Take (Shitake)" Mushrooms ! Much room

[@patatenmousse]

First time I ordered a Seitan sandwich in the US everyone looked at me like I was some weird satanist dude.

[@castrx]

Love the video but I feel like you have too many things on your counter it's making me anxious 😅

[@ChefJana]

Ha! I kinda agree with you there! 😆

[@beautymariely]

That Kiwi Chick --- That's not her fault. It's your OCD, so, it's actually your fault!!! :(

[@castrx]

@@beautymariely I don't have OCD and yes I know it's my issue not her I was just giving my opinion the the bench looks cute but may be a bit too busy. xx

[@hollyconger9037]

My kitchen plus cats. LOL

[@zoehannah6278]

My thought exactly!!😂🤣

[@sasanach8]

i tried this, this week made it into burgers patties i used steak seasoning and chickpea flour when forming my patties the were AMAZING loved them best burger patty ive ever had and that includes beef burgers when i used to eat meat

[@ChefJana]

Yeeesssss!!!!! :)

[@patriciachung3591]

Hi Chef Jana first time on your channel. I am going to try this tomorrow providing that I can get the seitan flour.

[@ChefJana]

Hope you enjoy it! You can find gluten flour at most big supermarkets like Whole Foods to at heat stores, or online! Much love!