0Protein is the main component of wheat gluten, so it is ideal as part of a vegetarian or vegan diet. Wheat grains are made up of a sugar, starch, and a complex mixture of proteins. Gluten is the mass of protein remaining after the starch has been extracted from the wheat. Gluten is the component of flour that gives bread its elasticity and softness.
Wheat gluten
Possible traces of allergens: Wheat, Sesame, Mustard, Nuts, Soy
Value for 100g / 100ml
Energy (kJ)1605
Energy (kcal)378
Proteins (g)77
Carbohydrates (g)12
Carbohydrates of which sugars (g)0.1
Fat (g)2
Fat of which saturated fat (g)0.4
Fibers (g)2
Salts (g)0.3
Wheat gluten is used primarily in the manufacture of seitan, a protein-rich vegetable steak.