Is Seitan really concidered protein?

Question

I need a good protein dish, as I have anemia, and also hate meat, and thought this would be great

Thank You in advance for Your answers

Answer 1

Yes, it is protein. However, as far as I can tell, it is not a complete source of protein since it only contains the proteins available in wheat (primarily gliadin and glutenin), which lack some of the essential amino acids. If you aren't eating meat or dairy, you'll want to make sure that you are getting protein from a number of different sources. That is, don't rely entirely on seitan for your protein.

Answer 2

Yes! Seitan is very high in protein. An 85-gram serving of seitan (the 'traditional' variety from White Wave) contains a whopping 18 grams of protein. That's about 50% more protein than in a similar portion of tofu.

Answer 3

It's high in protein but as pointed out above it lacks some amino acids. Supplement it with a bean or legume-based protein to complete it. For example, seitan and tofu. Or seitan and lentils. Use your imagination.

Answer 4

If your anemic, you need iron.

Try these sources:

Sources of iron:

BEST

blackstrap molasses
40% bran flakes

GOOD

baked goods with carob or soy flour
wheat germ
mustard greens
asparagus
navy, kidney and soy beans
tofu
split peas or lentils
dried apricots and raisins
strawberries
tomato juice

FAIR

enriched rice, pasta and bread
bananas and avocados
cranberry juice
apples and oranges
broccoli, tomato and carrots
green beans and peas
peanut butter