Bob's Red Mill Vital Wheat Gluten 567g

Vital Wheat Gluten is made from the protein found in the endosperm of the wheat berry, containing 70-80% protein. When combined with water, it becomes highly elastic with a taffy-like texture. Just a small amount added to yeast bread recipes enhances the texture and elasticity of the dough, helps trap gas and steam during baking, and contributes to a greater volume in the finished bread. It’s particularly beneficial when baking breads made with whole grain flours and coarser cereals.

Commercial bakeries often use vital wheat gluten to create light, airy loaves, and it’s a great way to elevate homemade bread to professional quality.

Vital wheat gluten is also a key ingredient for meat and meat substitutes. It acts as a binder for recipes such as meatballs, meatloaf, veggie burgers, and tofu. Additionally, it’s the main component in seitan, a popular meat alternative. To make seitan, simply mix vital wheat gluten with spices, add water to form a dough, then cook by steaming, baking, or boiling. The result is a chewy, meat-like texture that can be used in a variety of dishes.

Check the package for an easy and delicious Basic Seitan recipe, as well as instructions for a hearty Honey Oatmeal Bread.

Why You’ll Love It:

Improves Bread Texture – Adds elasticity and volume to dough, ideal for whole grain and coarse flour breads.

Essential for Seitan – A key ingredient for creating a chewy, meat-like texture in vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Versatile – Perfect for binding meatballs, meatloaf, veggie burgers, and tofu.