Vegan Fried Chicken

This Vegan fried chicken is made with a delicious blend of plant-based ingredients that mimics the taste and texture of real chicken! It is perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone looking for a delicious and sustainable alternative to traditional fried chicken.

Course Chicken, Dinner, lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword crispy, plant based, vegan, vegan dinner, vegan fried chicken

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 371kcal

Author Sherri Hall

Ingredients

1 ½ cups vital wheat gluten
2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning optional
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and poultry seasoning (if using).
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, soy sauce or tamari, and olive oil.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and firm. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the coating by combining the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
Divide the seitan dough into small pieces and shape them into "chicken" drumsticks or nugget shapes.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to about 350°F (175°C).
Roll each piece of seitan in the coating mixture until well coated. Shake off any excess coating.
Carefully place the coated seitan pieces into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5 to 6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried seitan pieces from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Repeat the coating and frying process with the remaining seitan pieces.
Serve the vegan fried chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauce!

Notes

Knead the plant-based chicken mixture until elastic.
Shape the chicken pieces however you wish. Be sure to make them evenly sized.
Make sure to evenly coat the vegan chicken pieces.
Fry for only 5 to 6 minutes.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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