Gluten-based meat substitute Crossword Clue

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Gluten-based meat substitute Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

GLUTEN (noun)
1. a protein substance that remains when starch is removed from cereal grains; gives cohesiveness to dough
SUBSTITUTE (verb)
1. act as a substitute
2. be a substitute
SUBSTITUTE (adjective)
1. serving or used in place of another
2. capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
SUBSTITUTE (noun)
1. someone who takes the place of another (as when things get dangerous or difficult)
2. an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced

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