Source: blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

A nutritious recipe, consisting of a second course prepared with seitan, green pepper, onion, brandy or rum, extra virgin olive oil, mustard, soy cream, parsley

Ingredients

for 2 people

Grilled seitan – 2 slices (≈ 100 g / 3.5 oz)

Green peppercorns – 1 teaspoon (≈ 2 g / 0.07 oz, lightly crushed)

Onion – a small amount (≈ 10–15 g / 0.35–0.5 oz, finely chopped)

Brandy or rum – 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz)

Extra-virgin olive oil – a drizzle (≈ 1 teaspoon / 5 ml)

Mustard – 1 teaspoon or less (≈ 5 g / 0.18 oz)

Soy cream – 5–6 tablespoons (≈ 75–90 ml / 2½–3 fl oz)

Parsley (optional, for garnish) – to taste

Method

Cut the seitan into thin slices.

Brown it in a pan over high heat with a very little chopped onion, a drizzle of oil and green pepper.

Add the rum (or brandy) and let it evaporate.

Add the mustard.

Stir

Let it go for another minute and finally add the soy cream.

After adding the soy cream, turn off the heat and serve immediately.

Allergens

Brandy: possible presence of sulphites included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Soy: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011, which can also generate cross-reaction in cases of allergy to Gramineae, Birch and Parietaria.

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Parsley: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to spices, mugwort, composites

Rum: May contain sulphites

Seitan: presence of wheat and soy, included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Mustard: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

Rum or brandy can also be used in the recipe intended for children as the alcohol evaporates during cooking but the aroma remains

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Brandy: with moderate consumption, alcohol has a favorable action on the functionality of the cardio-vascular system and on mood, reducing stress and anxiety.

Onion: it is rich in selenium which supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also indicated for nephropathic patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Parsley: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Rum: with moderate consumption, alcohol has a favorable action on the functionality of the cardio-vascular system and on mood, reducing stress and anxiety.

Seitan: useful for liver function for the supply of probiotics

Mustard: able to strengthen the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss

Avoid administration in case of:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis – Inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity, depending on the degree of acidity and spiciness
• Dysphagia (Problems chewing – swallowing)
• Diarrhea