Textured Soy Protein Tuna

Ingredients

 * 1½ cups textured soy protein chunks or strips (unflavored)
 * 1½ cups boiling water
 * 4 teaspoon vegetarian 'seafood' flavored bouillon mix (from Harvest Direct)
 * 1 x 2 inch piece of kombu seaweed (optional)
 * ¾ cup soy vegan mayonnaise
 * 2 tbsp pickle relish
 * 2 – 3 tbsp prepared vegan mustard
 * onion powder, salt, pepper to taste

Directions

 * 1) Mix the vegetarian 'seafood' flavored bouillon into the 1½ cup boiling water, then add it to the textured soy protein.
 * 2) Add the kombu seaweed, if desired, and let stand 20 – 30 minutes until textured soy protein is reconstituted.
 * 3) Remove seaweed and drain any remaining liquid.
 * 4) Process textured soy protein in a food processor until it resembles flaked tuna.
 * 5) Add the remaining ingredients, adjusting the amounts according to personal taste.
 * 6) Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
 * 7) Use as a sandwich spread or on vegan crackers.