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Easy Homemade Vegan Thanksgiving Turkey (Tofu & Wheat Gluten Roast)
A simple, moist, and flavorful vegan roast that looks like turkey. Made from pressed tofu, nutritional yeast, and vital wheat gluten, this loaf is seasoned with garlic, onion, southern‑style herbs and coconut oil, then baked to a golden crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday dinner and can be made ahead of time.
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Critical Success Points
- • Pressing the tofu to remove excess water
- • Blending until the mixture is completely smooth
- • Kneading in the vital wheat gluten to develop structure
- • Baking at the correct temperature for the full 45 minutes
Safety Warnings
- • Handle the hot oven and baking sheet with oven mitts.
- • Vital wheat gluten can become very elastic; avoid over‑kneading to prevent strain.
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