Vegan Copycat KFC Family Feast
Try this Vegan Copycat KFC Family Feast recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Vegan Copycat KFC Family Feast recipe, or contribute your own.
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- oil for frying
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp celery salt
- 5 tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 2 cups veggie broth
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups vital wheat gluten
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic
- 1/2 tsp sage
- 1/2 tsp marjoram
- 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules
- 2 large carrots shredded
- 2 tsp onion salt
- 1 cup veggie broth
- 4 tbsp vegan butter
- 4 flax eggs (4 tbsp ground flax mixed with 1 cup wat
- rice paper sheets
- 5 large potatoes peeled and quartered
- 1 cup cashew cream
- 6 cups shredded cabbage (i used a combination of green an
- 1/3 cup onions finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cashew cream (1:1 soaked cashews blended with wate
- we used the minimalist baker's recipe
- Carbohydrate 74.9035579928604 g
- Cholesterol 4.36800000369249 mg
- Fat 21.2579872550573 g
- Fiber 3.6765084234462 g
- Protein 41.1170669540559 g
- Saturated Fat 2.21361723845313 g
- Serving Size 1 1 - 9 pieces of "chicken," large mashed po (263g)
- Sodium 2041.94993406504 mg
- Sugar 71.2270495694142 g
- Trans Fat 1.31579441211356 g
- Calories 632 calories
Step-by-step
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, stir together the wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper and cumin. Slowly add in the veggie broth, oil, and apple cider vinegar and stir to form a dough.
- Knead the dough for about 2 minutes.
- Break dough into small pieces and pull them to shape them into 8-10 flat discs that resemble chicken breast.
- Bake seitan pieces in an oven safe dish for 20 minutes on each side.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour and spices for the breading.
- Remove seitan from oven and cool before coating.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. I used a small pan and filled it about half way with oil so that the pieces could deep fry. But you could just as easily fry them in a shallow pan.
- Now it's time to prep the chicken for frying. Take a piece of rice paper and soak it in a bowl of water for about 1 minute until it's soft.
- Roll a piece of seitan in the soft rice paper like a burrito, covering each side of it.
- Dredge through the flour mixture once, then in the flax egg mixture, then back in the flour mixture. You should have a nice even coating around the seitan piece. You can add more water if the egg mixture is too thick.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully fry each piece of coated seitan until golden brown on each side.
- Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- In a small saucepan, melt vegan butter over medium-low heat.
- Once melted, whisk in flour and brown for a minute or two.
- Add sage, pepper, garlic and veggie broth and continue to whisk until the flour dissolves.
- Bring to a boil slowly, stirring continuously and cook for 10 minutes until thick. You can add more water if it becomes too thick.
- In a large pot over medium heat, cover potatoes with water and bring to a low boil.
- Cook potatoes until fork tender.
- Drain and return back to pot.
- Mash in the rest of the ingredients for the potatoes and fluff with a fork.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.
My Vegan KFC Family Feast Adventure: A Culinary Journey
As a busy working mom, finding time to cook healthy and delicious meals can feel like a Herculean task. But my family loves fried chicken, and I’ve always struggled to find a satisfying vegan alternative that didn’t taste like cardboard. So, when I stumbled upon this recipe for a Vegan Copycat “KFC Family Feast,” I knew I had to try it. The promise of a plant-based version of a family favorite was too tempting to resist, and it's safe to say it exceeded all expectations.
The recipe itself wasn't overly complicated, which was a major plus given my limited free time. It involved several steps, but each one was straightforward and easy to follow. The most time-consuming part was the preparation of the seitan “chicken,” but even that wasn’t unduly challenging. I found myself enjoying the process, the satisfying kneading of the dough, the careful shaping of the seitan pieces into chicken-like forms. It was a hands-on experience that connected me to the food in a way that simply ordering takeout never could.
The Seitan Surprise: Honestly, I was skeptical about the seitan. I’d had some less-than-stellar experiences with seitan in the past, finding it often to be dry and rubbery. But this recipe delivered a surprisingly tender and flavorful result. The combination of spices and the careful frying process gave the seitan a delightful crispy exterior and a juicy interior that perfectly mimicked the texture of fried chicken. The rice paper wrapping added an extra layer of textural complexity, a nice touch that I hadn’t anticipated.
Mashed Potato Magic: The mashed potatoes were another highlight. Creamy, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, they provided the perfect counterpoint to the crispy seitan. The cashew cream added a rich, decadent element that elevated the dish beyond simple comfort food. My kids, particularly my picky eaters, devoured them. This side dish was a resounding success.
The Coleslaw Conundrum: While the seitan and mashed potatoes were triumphs, the coleslaw was a bit more of a mixed bag. I found the cabbage to be a touch on the bland side, and next time I’ll likely experiment with a bolder dressing to give it more punch. But even with that minor critique, it worked as a fresh and refreshing element of the meal.
Overall Impression: This Vegan Copycat KFC Family Feast exceeded my expectations. It was delicious, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to prepare, even for a busy working mom like myself. The recipe provided a satisfying experience from start to finish, from the kneading of the dough to the final plating. My family raved about it, which is the ultimate compliment for any home-cooked meal. It’s a recipe that I’ll definitely be making again and again, a true testament to the versatility and deliciousness of plant-based cooking.
I highly recommend giving this recipe a try. It’s a fantastic option for anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying vegan alternative to traditional fried chicken. Remember to adjust the spices to your taste, and don’t be afraid to experiment! Cooking should be an enjoyable experience, and this recipe allows for plenty of creative expression. Enjoy!
