wheat meat
n.— «Seitan, a gluten meat substitute that’s often called “wheat meat,” is known to soak up flavors and be “the next best thing” to a hunk of steak. Or so say the vegans.» —“Delta of Venus offers casual dining” by Josh Fernandez Daily Democrat (Woodland, California) Feb. 3, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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