Vegetarian Teriyaki Chicken

Savor the bold, umami-packed flavors of this Vegetarian Teriyaki Chicken, a plant-based twist on a beloved classic! Featuring tender, meatless chicken strips coated in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce crafted from soy sauce, brown sugar, and fragrant fresh ginger and garlic, this recipe is a delectable fusion of savory and slightly sweet notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner that's perfect over fluffy rice or your favorite noodles. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and sliced green onions, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor in every bite. Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking to enjoy a healthier spin on teriyaki chicken, this recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Meatless chicken strips or chunks
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce (low sodium)
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar (packed)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 4 cups Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced thinly, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki sauce base.

Step 2

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 4

Add the meatless chicken strips or chunks to the skillet and pan-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and heated through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the skillet heat to low and pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce base. Stir occasionally and heat until it begins to gently simmer.

Step 6

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce. This should take about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Return the cooked meatless chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the teriyaki sauce.

Step 8

Serve the vegetarian teriyaki chicken over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Step 9

Enjoy immediately while hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1369.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2055.5

Total Fat 46.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3392.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.0g
Protein 100.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.1mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1473.1mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 59.8%