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Best Vegan Fried Chicken

Crispy and Satisfying Best Vegan Fried Chicken Recipe

Discover the best vegan fried chicken recipe that mimics the classic crunchy texture and flavor, using seitan for a satisfying meat-free meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seitan
  • 1 cup Seitan Consider making your own for a fresher taste.
  • 1 cup Oat Milk Creates vegan buttermilk; soy milk is an excellent substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Adds tanginess and helps curdle the oat milk.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for dietary preferences.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Try smoked paprika for extra flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Essential for flavor enthusiasts.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Complements garlic.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Introduces a warm spice.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential to elevate flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to preferred spice level.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Rice Cereal Substitute with crushed cornflakes for a similar texture.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Sunflower oil is another option for frying.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • Shallow Dish
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk oat milk and apple cider vinegar in a shallow dish. Allow to sit for about 5 minutes to curdle.
  2. Combine all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper in another shallow dish.
  3. Dredge seitan pieces in vegan buttermilk, then in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
  4. For extra crispiness, double-dip in vegan buttermilk and dredge in flour again.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 375°F (190°C). Adjust heat to maintain temperature.
  6. Fry coated seitan pieces for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crunchy.
  7. Drain on paper towels and season with extra salt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in a skillet to restore crunch.

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