Vegan Spicy Fried Chicken
Craving the crispy, spicy satisfaction of fried chicken—minus the meat? This Vegan Spicy Fried Chicken delivers all the crunch and flavor of the classic comfort food dish with a plant-based twist! Made with tender seitan coated in a bold blend of spices, including smoked paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder, each piece is double-dipped in homemade vegan buttermilk and panko breadcrumbs for that irresistible crunch. Perfectly fried to golden brown perfection, this vegan fried chicken is spicy, savory, and downright addictive. Serve it hot with your favorite dipping sauces or alongside a fresh salad for the ultimate cruelty-free comfort meal. It's quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, and a must-try for any fried food lover looking for a vegan alternative!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Plain seitan
- 240 milliliters Unsweetened non-dairy milk
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 grams Panko breadcrumbs
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
Instructions
Prepare the vegan buttermilk by combining the unsweetened non-dairy milk and apple cider vinegar in a medium bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles.
Stir 2 tablespoons of hot sauce into the vegan buttermilk mixture. Mix well.
In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the flour spice mixture.
Lay out a third bowl for the panko breadcrumbs. This will be the final coating layer.
Cut the seitan into medium-sized pieces resembling chicken strips or nuggets.
Working one piece at a time, dip the seitan into the flour mixture to coat it lightly. Then dip it into the vegan buttermilk mixture, ensuring it is fully covered and wet. Finally, coat it thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs.
Repeat this process for all pieces of seitan and set them aside on a plate.
In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches about 180°C (350°F). You can test if it's ready by dropping a small piece of breadcrumb into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully add the coated seitan pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry each batch for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried seitan from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the crispy vegan spicy fried chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauces or sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 462.9 g | 593% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.6 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5105 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.2 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 161.6 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 28.9 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 1360 mg | 29% | |
*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.
