Vegan Meat Sticks - The Best Dehydrated Vegan Jerky Recipe (2024)

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These perfectly spicy and dehydrated vegan meat sticks are full of flavor and such a delicious snack. The vegan jerky sticks are nutritious, gluten-free, paleo, low carb, and so tasty!

Lately, I was inspired to make raw dehydrated snacks, so I dusted off my dehydrator and pulled out one of my favorite recipe books, Blissful Raw Food Recipes from Café Bliss.

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These vegetarian pepperoni sticks are slightly modified from the spicy nori sticks recipe in the book Blissful. I made the spicy nori sticks years ago and loved them, so I decided to make them again with a couple of tweaks.

I added in almonds and nutritional yeast, which enhances the other flavors and adds a touch of cheesiness. Plus, nutritional yeast is an excellent source of vitamin B12 that can be difficult for vegans to obtain dietarily.

The filler for these vegan meat sticks is made with:

The garlic, ginger, miso, chili powder, and nutritional yeast provides a unique and mildly spicy flavor that vegans are bound to love.

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Tips for making the vegan jerky sticks

Soak the sunflower seeds in water for 6 hours, then place all the ingredients for the base in a food processor and mix.

I then use nori seaweed wraps that are cut in half to make the best vegan meat sticks! Seriously, nori wraps are the best way to make mock vegetarian pepperoni sticks.

Place the filling for the vegan jerky sticks into a medium-size ziplock freezer bag, then cut the tip off the bottom corner of the ziplock bag.

Cut the nori sheets in half, then lay a nori sheet on a cutting board. Squeeze the filling out of the bag into a thick straight line. Aim for a 1.5 cm diameter.

Now roll up the nori wraps the same way you would make sushi. Have a bowl full of water to dip your fingers into and wet each side of the nori wraps so that they stick together and look like vegetarian pepperoni sticks.

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It helps to place the bottom side down where the nori wrap is sticking together to keep the vegan jerky sticks in place while dehydrating.

The filler will make 20-24 vegan jerky sticks, so you will need at least ten nori sheets cut in half.

Once dehydrated, these vegan jerky sticks have a texture similar to a pepperoni stick that is perfectly chewy and slightly moist. The primary difference between these vegetarian pepperoni sticks is they are much healthier for you!

Benefits of Vegan Peperoni Sticks

Ginger and turmeric are culinary herbs with many health benefits. Miso adds the perfect salty taste and is a fantastic probiotic-rich food for gut health.

The nori wraps are an excellent source of iodine, which is a crucial nutrient for thyroid function. Nori is also rich in many trace minerals.

Brazil nuts are high in the mineral selenium, which is an antioxidant and essential nutrient for the immune system.

There are also many benefits to eating foods high in enzymes such as these dehydrated vegan jerky sticks. So, hop into the kitchen and get cooking!

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Vegan Meat Sticks

These dehydrated vegan meat sticks are nutritious, gluten-free, low-carb are so tasty! The vegan jerky sticks are perfectly chewy and the best substitute for pepperoni sticks.

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Prep Time 6 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 hours hrs

Total Time 1 day d 30 minutes mins

Course Snack

Cuisine American, vegetarian

Servings 20 sticks

Equipment

  • dehydrator

  • food processor

Ingredients

  • cups sunflower seeds
  • 2 cups chopped carrot
  • ¾ cup almonds
  • ¾ cup brazil nuts
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup miso
  • 1 tbsp chili flakes
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp turmeric powder
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast

Instructions

  • Soak sunflower seeds in a bowl covered with water for 6 hours. Strain excess water before putting in the food processor.

  • Place all ingredients into a food processor and process until smooth.

  • Spoon the mixture into a a ziplock back then cut a 1.5 cm hole to squeeze the mixture out.

  • Cut 10 nori sheets in half parallel to the lines on the sheet. Squeeze a long thick line lengthwise along the nori sheet. Roll up and seal the edges with water so they stick together.

  • Place the nori wraps on a dehydrator tray with the seam facing down.

  • Dehydrate the vegan jerky sticks wrapped in nori for 18 hours at 50° celcius or 120° Farenheight.

Notes

Store the vegan jerky sticks in a ziplock bag in the fridge. These should last weeks if they are not eaten right away!

Keyword dehydrated, Gluten-free, Healthy, low-carb, paleo, vegan

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

For more dehydrated recipes try this sprouted buckwheat granola or dehydrated cheesy kale chips, so yummy as well!

Vegan Meat Sticks - The Best Dehydrated Vegan Jerky Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Did Beyond stop making jerky? ›

According to the news reports, Beyond Meat will cut at least $70 million from its operating budget and discontinue the Beyond Meat jerky product line, in order to focus more toward products it believes have higher growth potential.

How long does vegan jerky last? ›

You can store your homemade vegan jerky in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days, but ours almost never lasts that long! You can refrigerate or even freeze it if you think you might take longer to go through a batch. Make sure the jerky has cooled entirely before storing it.

What is vegan jerky made of? ›

Mushroom, watermelon, coconut, banana and soybean are all common fruits and vegetables used to make plant-based jerky. Some brands even use jackfruit, eggplant and other meaty fruits and vegetables to mimic the texture of beef, pork, chicken or turkey.

Is plant-based jerky good for you? ›

Plant-Based Jerky Has More Protein Per Ounce Than Meat

In addition, plant-based jerky contains much less sodium, making it beneficial for athletes, bodybuilders, and individuals intending to lose weight. Snacking on it will provide you with a higher volume of food per calorie while keeping you full for longer periods.

Why did Beyond Meat fail? ›

Beyond had hoped that the product would attract a subset of McDonald's consumers seeking an occasional plant-based option for health or environmental reasons, and perhaps even bring some ex-patrons back to the chain. However, McDonald's determined that its consumers simply weren't ready for it.”

Is Beyond Meat losing popularity? ›

In the United States, Beyond Meat's sales fell 32% to $205.9 million from $304 million the year before. International sales rose 19.7% to $137.5 million from $114.9 million.

Can you leave jerky in the dehydrator too long? ›

Time in the Dehydrator

While most beef jerky recipes call for around 4 to 6 hours of dehydration, it's crucial to check intermittently. Over-dehydrating can result in a brittle, less appetizing jerky, whereas under-dehydrating can risk bacterial growth, reducing the jerky's safety and shelf life.

Can dehydrated jerky go bad? ›

Properly dried jerky is non-perishable, meaning it will last for many years, but will lose taste, texture, color, and smell and will eventually become not very good. Commercial jerky package labels include a best-by date. This is usually about one year from the date that the meat was put in the package.

Can you eat expired plant based jerky? ›

If it's plant based. It's not meat. Expiration dates mean DO NOT EAT AFTER THIS DATE!

Are Slim Jims vegan? ›

This product contains 3 ingredients that are not vegan and 2 ingredients that may not be vegan. Which diet do you follow? Follow more than one?

Is Beyond jerky vegan? ›

Our tender cuts are marinated, slow roasted and kettle cooked for a full-flavored, delicious bite. Beyond Meat Jerky is made from simple plant-based ingredients like peas and mung beans without GMOs, soy, gluten or cholesterol.

What is a vegan substitute for beef jerky? ›

Jackfruit is always a go-to for some plant-based eaters because it has a stringy, chewy texture similar to pork or beef. When unripe, jackfruit absorbs the flavor of whatever is put into it.

Is it OK to eat jerky everyday? ›

A Word From Verywell

Beef jerky is best consumed in moderation. Jerky is high in sodium and is a processed food. Those diagnosed with conditions such as hypertension or heart disease or who require a low-sodium diet should avoid excess consumption of beef jerky as a snack.

Are meat sticks healthy? ›

Meat Sticks: Healthy Snack for Many

Beef sticks provide the protein, vitamins and minerals that growing bodies need. Those with Some Health Conditions - Jerky snacks contain ingredients that can support those with some health conditions, like anemia, diabetes, and others.

Is Beyond Meat beef jerky healthy? ›

Beyond Meat's plant-based meats can be a better choice than animal protein equivalents because they have less saturated fat, and no cholesterol, added hormones, or antibiotics.

What has happened to Beyond Meat? ›

NASDAQ: BYND

The plant-based meat stock hit a peak in early 2021 but has since been in a major downward trend, with shares falling 94% in the last three years. After flooding the market with innovative plant-based meat products, Beyond Meat and other fake meat companies have seen customer demand dry up.

Can you make jerky out of Beyond Meat? ›

Beyond Meat Jerky is a plant-based jerky that is marinated and slow roasted for a full- flavored snack that delivers the delicious, tender bite of traditional beef jerky, with the benefits of plant-based protein.

Who distributes Beyond Meat jerky? ›

BEYOND MEAT® AND PEPSICO'S PLANET PARTNERSHIP DEBUTS BEYOND MEAT JERKY, THE JOINT VENTURE'S FIRST PRODUCT, AT RETAILERS NATIONWIDE.

Will Beyond Meat go out of business? ›

Beyond Meat in 'survival mode' with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says. A TD Cowen report pointed to several troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including loss of market share, struggles to attract and retain consumers, rising debt level and declining sales.

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