Vegetarian BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Experience the bold, smoky flavors of summer with these Vegetarian BBQ Chicken Drumsticks, a mouthwatering plant-based alternative that’s perfect for any barbecue or weeknight dinner. Crafted from vital wheat gluten, these seitan-based drumsticks offer a chewy, meat-like texture and are infused with savory seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders. Shaped by hand around wooden skewers for an authentic look, they’re pan-seared to perfection before being generously coated in tangy BBQ sauce and baked to a caramelized finish. Quick to prepare in just an hour, this recipe is ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking to enjoy the classic taste of barbecue without the meat. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce for dipping, and watch these tasty drumsticks become the star of your next meal!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Vital wheat gluten
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.75 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, combine vegetable broth and soy sauce.
Step 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spoon until it forms a dough.
Step 5
Knead the dough for about 3-4 minutes until it's elastic and well combined.
Step 6
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a drumstick shape around a wooden skewer, leaving part of the skewer uncovered to resemble a bone.
Step 7
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drumsticks and cook, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
Step 8
Transfer the browned drumsticks to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
Generously brush drumsticks with BBQ sauce, ensuring they are covered all over.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting with additional BBQ sauce halfway through the cooking time.
Step 11
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Step 12
Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (716.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1487.4 |
| Total Fat 34.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2371.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 112.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 61.1g | |
| Protein 184.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 510.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1317.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories