Seitan: Is It Gluten Free?

Contains Gluten

Wheat gluten preparation made by washing wheat dough until only gluten remains. Meat substitute in vegetarian cooking.

Where You Will Find It

Vegetarian meat substitutes, Asian cuisine

Guidance for Coeliac Disease

Completely avoid. Seitan is almost pure gluten."

Label reading tip: In Australia, allergen summary statements are mandatory under FSANZ. Look for the bold allergen declaration near the ingredients list. In the US, check for "Contains: wheat" or similar statements required by the FDA.

Related Ingredients

Wheat Flour Wheat Starch Wheat Bran Wheat Germ Barley Barley Malt

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