Heart Disease 8. Meat alternatives are products with a texture similar to meat that can replace meat in many dishes. In some cases, they are formulated to look and taste like specific types of meat. The gluten is then simmered in water or stock to produce a chewy, firm meat-like product. Wheat gluten is available as a prepared product, which is usually frozen.
Dry mixes are also available.
Wheat gluten can be sliced or diced into stews, soups, or casseroles, or formed into roasts or meat balls. Store prepared wheat gluten in the freezer for up to six months. Once defrosted, it should be refrigerated and used within four days. The upside Wheat gluten is free of cholesterol and contains only a trace of fat . The downside Wheat gluten is lower in fiber than whole foods.