Vegetarian Crispy Fried Chicken Strips
Get ready to satisfy your cravings for comfort food with these irresistible Vegetarian Crispy Fried Chicken Strips! Perfectly seasoned seitan strips are soaked in tangy buttermilk, coated in a flavorful blend of spices and flours, and fried to golden perfection for an unbeatable crunch. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers the classic texture and taste of fried chicken without any meat, making it a must-try for vegetarians and anyone seeking a plant-based alternative. With a quick prep time and just 15 minutes of cooking, these "chicken" strips are ideal for weeknight dinners, crowd-pleasing party snacks, or game-day spreads. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside fries and slaw for the ultimate comfort food experience. Vegetarian fried chicken never tasted so good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Seitan chicken strips
- 240 ml Buttermilk
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 ml Vegetable oil
Instructions
Begin by soaking the seitan chicken strips in buttermilk for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the dry coating.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the spices.
Remove the seitan strips from the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off, and then dredge them in the flour mixture, pressing the coating onto the strips to fully cover them.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), ensuring the oil is hot enough to fry the strips properly.
Carefully place the coated seitan strips into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding the pan to ensure even frying. Fry in batches if necessary.
Cook the strips for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried seitan strips from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried seitan strips hot with your choice of dipping sauces or sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 460.5 g | 590% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.4 g | 347% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 4233 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.9 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 428 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1075 mg | 23% | |
*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.
