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Definition of seitan

seitan

/ˈseɪ.tæn/
sei · tan
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• noun

1

A high-protein vegetarian food made from cooked wheat gluten, characterized by a dense, chewy texture that closely resembles meat.

Example

"For dinner, she prepared a savory stir-fry using strips of seitan instead of traditional beef."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike tofu or tempeh which are soy-based, seitan is derived entirely from hydrated wheat gluten, making it strictly unsuitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

• Nearby Words

segura
seine
seismograph
seitan
sekumpul
selaginella
selenga

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1961 by George Ohsawa, the Japanese founder of the macrobiotic diet, likely from Japanese 'sei' (made of, proper, or plant) and 'tan' (the first character of 'tanpaku', meaning protein).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Seitan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/seitan
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