VEGAN "CHICKEN" BALLS

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Vegan Chinese-style "chicken" balls. They taste better than the real thing. If you enjoy eating chicken, you can use the batter with precooked chicken. Serve with your favorite sweet-and-sour sauce.

Provided by BRIDY

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 4h24m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cubes vegan chicken-flavored stock
2 cups boiling water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried sage
1 pinch salt, or more to taste
1 (12 ounce) package tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
¾ cup soy milk
1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Dissolve vegan stock cubes in the boiling water in a bowl. Add garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, and 1 pinch salt. Cut tofu into 1-inch cubes and add to the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Mix 1 1/4 cups flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Place remaining flour in a shallow bowl.
  • Stir 5 tablespoons water and flaxseed meal together in a separate bowl. Let "egg" stand until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add soy milk; mix well. Stir into the flour mixture until batter is well combined.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Take the tofu pieces and dip them in bowl of flour; move into the batter to coat. Fry in the hot oil until browned, 2 to 4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 603 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

arsil babu
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These were a bit too bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't add enough seasoning. Next time I'll be sure to add more herbs and spices.


Abira Tasnim
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These were delicious! I served them with a side of rice and vegetables and it was a perfect meal.


DAR SAAB
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These were a bit too oily for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't drain the tofu properly. Next time I'll be sure to do that.


Douaae Douaae
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. I love that they're so healthy and easy to make.


Anthony Miller
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These were amazing! The perfect vegan chicken substitute.


Ian Gartland
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These were a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used too much chili powder. Next time I'll use less.


Akari Swepston
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These were easy to make and tasted great! I will definitely be making them again.


Jason Pray
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These were delicious! I made them for my vegan friends and they loved them. Even my meat-eating husband enjoyed them.


Adora Chuoinard
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Meh.


laavanya laavanya laavanya
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These were a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't add enough seasoning. Next time I'll be sure to add more herbs and spices.


Ch Haroon
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I've made these several times now and they're always a hit. I love that they're so versatile - I've served them as an appetizer, main course, and even in a wrap.


Sadikul Sadikul
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These were so easy to make and turned out great! I used tofu instead of seitan, and they were still delicious.


Gx aviixx
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I was skeptical about how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The texture was just like chicken, and the flavor was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Sahin Sky
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These vegan chicken balls were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the flavor was spot-on. I will definitely be making these again.