Vital wheat gluten is a high-protein flour made by washing starch from wheat flour, resulting in a dry powder with excellent binding and elastic properties. It is a rich source of protein and iron, making it a staple for vegan dishes like seitan and a valuable dough enhancer for traditional baking.
Applications:
Baking Aid: It improves the texture and elasticity of yeast breads and can be used in whole grain, muffin, cake, and pastry recipes to create a more desirable dough. Seitan: It is the primary ingredient for seitan, a popular vegan meat substitute, by combining it with water and spices and then cooking it by boiling, baking, or steaming to achieve a chewy, meat-like texture. Binding Agent: Its strong binding qualities are useful in vegan recipes for burgers, meatballs, and other dishes that require ingredients to stay firmly together.
Features:
Elasticity: When combined with water, vital wheat gluten forms a highly elastic and sticky dough. Water Absorption: It has a high water absorption capacity, which helps to improve the structure of baked goods. Binder: Its excellent binding properties make it effective at holding ingredients together in various dishes.
Storage & Handling:
Salted Creamery Butter is stable for 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored frozen at -18°C. When chilled (4°C) the product should be used within 3 months. Store away from odorous products. It is recommended to store the product in a cool and dry area away from direct sunlight at an ambient temperature of 25°C or below. If the product is stored as a recommended and the seal is not compromised, the product has a shelf life of 364 days from the date of manufacturing.