Seitan Adobo (crock pot style)

Most luau foods are not so vegetarian-friendly. So I had to make them so.

Adobo is the Filipino national dish, and a favorite among the people of Hawaii. Usually it is made with chicken and/or pork. Here is my adaptation of adobo, using seitan (or wheat meat). I also used a slow-cooker for my own convenience. (All of the recipes I found called for meat to be marinated for several hours then cooked on the stove.)

Seitan Adobo

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. seitan (can be bought at most supermarkets, though I make my own)
• 1/2 c. rice vinegar
• 1/2 c. soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
• 2 tsp. brown sugar
• 6 cloves garlic, minced or crushed

Preparation:

• cut/rip seitan into bite-size pieces
• whisk together all other ingredients
• combine all ingredients in 4 qt. slow cooker
• cook on low for 6 hours, stirring occasionally

Serve over rice.

Enjoy your vegetarian luau.

Please leave a comment and let me know if you try this recipe.