Before we went vegan, my kids and I would frequent a particular restaurant known for its chicken sandwiches. I have to admit, I was mostly fond of their sweet tea, but the kids liked the nuggets. Since they are also in our local mall, we've munched on their waffle fries (and I still could get my sweet tea fix).
Recently my daughter happened upon a recipe for their sandwiches and I thought, what the heck! I'm gonna veganize this!
Cruelty Free Chicken Sandwiches
1 c. milk (I used rice milk this time)
1 package vegan chicken breasts of choice
1-1/4 c. flour
2 T. powdered sugar
2 t. salt
1 t. pepper
1/2 t. chili powder
Oil for frying
Put the chicken in the milk, make sure it is coated and place in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. In another large bowl combine the dry ingredients and stir. In cast iron frying pan pour in enough oil so that it's at least an inch deep and heat on medium high heat. Remove the chicken from refrigerator and coat the pieces with the flour mixture. Place in the hot oil and cook each side for at least 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Place the chicken on some paper towels to soak up any oil.
On a whole wheat bun, spread one side with vegan mayonnaise and add a couple slices of pickle. Top with a piece of the chicken and enjoy!
We baked up some waffle fries to continue with the theme, and thanks in no small part to my cousin, dipped our fries in the mayonnaise instead of ketchup. Hey, don't knock it until you've tried it!
While I used vegan chicken for this, I think sliced tofu would work equally well. I have leftover flour mixture I might try it with.
It didn't taste quite like the sandwiches I remembered, but we all agreed they were even better!
