I’ve been trying to add a few meatless meals to my weekly menu rotation. Â Not only does it save money, but it’s good for us, too!
I have to get real creative to get my husband to eat a meal that doesn’t include meat.  When I was grocery shopping a few days ago I spotted Gardein products in the freezer aisle.  I was a little hesitant, but I bit the bullet and purchased the Teriyaki Chick’n Strips and the Meatless Meatballs.
After returning home, I visited the Gardein (garden + protein) website and found some interesting facts. Gardein’s award-winning products are made from non-GMO soy and wheat, ancient grains and veggies. Gluten-free options are also available. Gardein also provides the taste, texture and nutrition of meat with less fat, less calories and no cholesterol.  Sounds good to me!
I decided to make a quick Vegan Teriyaki Chick’n Strip Stir-Fry and was pleasantly surprised when I realized a packet of teriyaki sauce was included with the chick’n strips.
My husband was amazed at how good the stir fry tasted and has asked me to make it again. Â The Chick’n Strips were tender and delicious and the fresh veggies added a satisfying crunch. Â The teriyaki sauce added another layer of flavor. Â My family didn’t miss the meat at all.
Vegan Teriyaki Chick'n Strips Stir-Fry
Ingredients
- 1 package Gardein Teriyaki Chick'n Strips
- 1 package mushrooms, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 orange bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (I used fresh pineapple)
- 1 onion, cut into chunks
- Cooking Spray
Instructions
- Coat a wok or large skillet with cooking spray. Heat to medium-high and add veggies & pineapple, stirring frequently until crisp-tender.
- In a small skillet, cook chick'n strips according to package directions.
- Add chick'n strips and Teriyaki sauce to veggies.
- Serve over rice.
I’m sure you know how to cook rice, but just in case you don’t, here’s my no-fail recipe. Â It turns out perfectly every single time.
Perfect Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup veggie stock
- 1 cup long-grain rice
Instructions
- Add water and veggie stock to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil on high heat.
- Add rice and shake the pan to evenly distribute the rice.
- Cover with lid (no peeking) and cook on low for 20 minutes.
- You'll have perfect rice every single time!
Have you tried Gardein? Â Before you go, visit the website and grab a coupon to save $1.00 on your next purchase!
