Vegan Crispy Chicken Balls

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate plant-based snack with these irresistible Vegan Crispy Chicken Balls! Crafted from protein-packed chickpeas and tofu, these bite-sized delights are seasoned to perfection with nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and a blend of savory spices like paprika, garlic, and onion powder. Coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust and fried to golden perfection, they strike the perfect balance of crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, they make a fantastic appetizer, party snack, or even a main dish when paired with your favorite vegan dipping sauce. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, these crispy vegan chicken balls are a crowd-pleasing, plant-based twist on a comfort food classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed Chickpeas
• 200 grams, drained and crumbled Firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk
• 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 0 for frying Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until they are fairly smooth with some small chunks remaining.

Step 2

Add the crumbled tofu, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients together thoroughly until they are well combined and form a firm mixture. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into approximately 20 small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a plate and set aside.

Step 5

Prepare three shallow bowls: one with the all-purpose flour, another with the plant-based milk, and the last one with the breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Roll each ball in the flour, then dip it in the plant-based milk, and finally coat it with the breadcrumbs. Make sure each ball is evenly coated.

Step 7

In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 8

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated balls to the pan, working in batches if necessary. Fry them for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the fried balls from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the Vegan Crispy Chicken Balls hot, accompanied by your favorite vegan dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1301.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2853.2

Total Fat 126.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5179.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.8g
Protein 108.0g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 940.8mg	0%
Iron 31.0mg	0%
Potassium 2470.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 47.2%