Vegan Chicken Fried Steak Recipe
Chicken fried steak is a classic Southern dish that typically consists of a breaded and fried piece of beef steak. However, this vegan version replaces the meat with a plant-based alternative, resulting in a delicious and cruelty-free meal. With a crispy coating and a flavorful gravy, this vegan chicken fried steak is sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 vegan steak patties
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plant-based milk (such as almond or soy milk)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar. This mixture will act as a vegan buttermilk substitute.
- Dip each vegan steak patty into the flour mixture, coating it evenly on both sides.
- Next, dip the coated patty into the plant-based milk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the patty with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere the breadcrumbs to the surface.
- Repeat steps 3-5 for each vegan steak patty.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the breaded vegan steak patties into the hot oil and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the cooked vegan chicken fried steaks from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil