High Protein Vegan Schnitzel
Elevate your plant-based dining with this High Protein Vegan Schnitzel recipe, a deliciously crispy creation packed with flavor and nutrients. Made using vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, this schnitzel delivers an impressive protein punch while staying entirely vegan. Seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, and steamed for a perfectly chewy texture, these schnitzels are then dredged in a coat of flour, plant-based milk, and breadcrumbs for a golden, crunchy finish. Perfectly paired with sides like mashed potatoes or a crisp salad, this recipe combines classic comfort food charm with wholesome vegan ingredients. Ready in under an hour, it’s the ideal choice for anyone seeking a simple, protein-packed meal that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Vital wheat gluten
- 0.25 cup Chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.75 cup Vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., soy or almond)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (vegan)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and vegetable broth.
Gradually add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients while stirring until a dough forms.
Knead the dough for 2-3 minutes to develop a chewy texture.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape them into thin patties about 1/4-inch thick, mimicking the shape of traditional schnitzels.
Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil. Place a steamer basket inside and steam the patties for 20 minutes. Once steamed, let them cool slightly.
Set up a dredging station: Place the flour in one shallow bowl, plant-based milk in a second bowl, and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
Dip each patty into the flour, shake off excess, then into the milk, and finally coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each schnitzel for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the schnitzels to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes, salad, or lemon wedges for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.5 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 864 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 396 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
