Vegetarian Teriyaki Chicken
Satisfy your craving for a flavorful Asian-inspired dish with this Vegetarian Teriyaki Chicken recipe, perfect for anyone seeking a plant-based twist on the classic. Featuring tender meatless chicken strips coated in a luscious, homemade teriyaki sauce made from low-sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this recipe delivers on taste and health-conscious dining. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce is perfectly thickened to cling to every bite, while sesame seeds and fresh green onions add texture and vibrant color to the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and delicious meal pairs beautifully with steaming rice or hearty noodles, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Whether you're vegetarian or simply experimenting with meat alternatives, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Meatless chicken strips or chunks
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 4 cups Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki sauce base.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
Add the meatless chicken strips or chunks to the skillet and pan-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and heated through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the skillet heat to low and pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce base. Stir occasionally and heat until it begins to gently simmer.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce. This should take about 2 minutes.
Return the cooked meatless chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the teriyaki sauce.
Serve the vegetarian teriyaki chicken over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Enjoy immediately while hot!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3393 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.0 g | ||
| Protein | 100.2 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1473 mg | 31% | |
*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.
