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    Published: Jan 22, 2022 · Modified: Dec 6, 2022 by carlocao · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

    Delicious Vegan Schnitzel (made of Oatmeal)

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    These vegan schnitzel made of oatmeal are absolutely delicious, easy to make and only require a handful of ingredients to make. If you need a quick and delish alternative to traditional Schnitzel you have to try them!

    Bild: veganes schnitzel

    When I first heard about vegan schnitzel made of oatmeal, I thought I was being fooled! For me, oatmeal is synonymous of sweet dishes like porridge, cookies, granola, etc. . I never thought you could make something savory with it.

    But here I am, telling you that these vegan schnitzel are absolutely to die for! Plus, they're quick to prepare, low-cost, and can easily be made gluten-free! Ooh and the best part: to make them you only need 9 ingredients which you most likely already have in your kitchen!

    Before you jump into the kitchen, I recommend you read this blog post carefully. The recipe is simple, but there are a few steps you need to follow.

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    • Ingredients
    • Oatmeal
    • How to make gluten-free Schnitzels
    • Step 1: Making the Schnitzel Mixture
    • Step 2: Shape the Schnitzels
    • Step 3: Cooking the Schnitzels
    • Step 4: Drain the excess oil and serve the Schnitzels
    • How to store vegan Schnitzels
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    Bild: panierte Haferschnitzel auf einem Teller

    Ingredients

    To make these vegan schnitzel, all you need are the following 9 ingredients:

    • quick oats (use gluten-free quick oats if you want to make gluten-free schnitzels).
    • breadcrumbs (use chickpea flour if you want to make gluten-free schnitzels)
    • soy milk
    • mustard
    • mixed herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage)
    • paprika
    • garlic powder
    • salt
    • vegetable oil for frying (missing on the photo)
    Bild: Zutaten

    Oatmeal

    We can not use just any kind of oatmeal to prepare vegan schnitzel. In fact, we must use quick oats, that is, oatmeal that is already partially ground.

    We have to use this kind of oat flakes, because only with them the vegan schnitzel mixture sticks together properly and does not break during cooking.

    If you can't find them in the supermarket, you can buy regular rolled oats and grind them in a food processor for a few seconds. I personally have never tried this method, but it should work.

    How to make gluten-free Schnitzels

    This recipe can also be easily prepared gluten-free. We just need to use gluten-free quick oats (available in any supermarket) and replace breadcrumbs with chickpea flour. The result will be absolutely delicious!

    Step 1: Making the Schnitzel Mixture

    We start preparing our vegan schnitzels by adding oatmeal, spices and mustard to a bowl and mix well. We then add the heated soy milk, mix and cover the container with a plate or cling film and let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.

    After 15 minutes, the oats should have absorbed all the liquid. To know if the mixture is ready, we can form a small ball with the mixture. If it keeps its shape without breaking, we can proceed to the next step.

    In case the mixture is too liquid, we can add 1 tablespoon of oats and let it rest for another 5 minutes. If it's too dry, we can add a drop of soy milk or water.

    Bild: Haferschnitzel Masse in einem Schüssel

    Step 2: Shape the Schnitzels

    Once the mixture is ready, we can form our schnitzels. To do this, we put the breadcrumbs or chickpea flour in a bowl and we form 4 equal-sized balls with the mass.

    Then we press them (one by one) with the palm of our hand into the breadcrumbs and so we form the schnitzels.

    The schnitzels must be at least 5 mm thick. I recommend not to make them too big, because they tend to break while flipping them during cooking .

    Bild: veganes schnitzel in der Pfanne

    Step 3: Cooking the Schnitzels

    Once the schnitzels are formed, we can fry them. To do this, we heat a frying pan with some vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, we add the cutlets and fry them for 2-3 minutes on each side.

    To turn the schnitzels I recommend you to use a large spatula, because the schnitzels are rather fragile.

    Bild: veganes schnitzel in der Pfanne

    Step 4: Drain the excess oil and serve the Schnitzels

    Once our schnitzels are nice and golden, we place them briefly on a piece of kitchen paper (to remove excess oil) and then serve them with vegan mayonnaise or ketchup.

    How to store vegan Schnitzels

    If you have vegan schnitzels left over, don't throw them away. Put them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator.

    You can reheat them within 3-4 days. To reheat, put them in the oven at 180 °C (360 °F) for 15 minutes.

    Bild: veganes schnitzel auf einem Stück Küchenpapier

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    Best Vegan Schnitzel (made od Oatmeal)

    Carlo Cao
    These oatmeal schnitzels are the perfect comfort food: quick to prepare, low-cost and can easily be made gluten-free! Before you jump into the kitchen, I recommend you read this blog post carefully. The recipe is simple, but there are a few steps you need to follow.
    4.99 from 50 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Resting Time 15 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine German
    Servings 4 Schnitzel

    Ingredients
      

    • *200 g quick oats ((7 oz))
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 tsp herb mixture rosemary sage, thyme
    • 1 tbsp mustard
    • 1 tsp sweet paprika powder
    • ½ tsp salt
    • 180 ml unsweetened soy milk warmed up ((6 fl oz))
    • **150 g breadcrumbs ((5 oz))
    • oil for frying

    Instructions
     

    • Mix oatmeal, garlic powder, herbs, mustard, paprika and salt in a bowl. Add the hot milk, stir and cover the bowl for 15 minutes.
    • After 15 minutes, stir well and form four equal-sized balls.
    • Put the breadcrumbs on a plate.
    • With the palm of your hand press the balls in the breadcrumbs to form 5 mm thick schnitzels.
    • Heat some vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan. When the oil is hot, add the schnitzels and fry on both sides until golden.
    • Place the schnitzels on a piece of baking paper and remove excess oil.
    • Serve with mayonnaise and vegan ketchup.

    Notes

    *For gluten-free schnitzels, use gluten-free oat flakes.
    **For gluten-free schnitzels, use chickpea flour.
    Keyword oatmeal, oats, schnitzel
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    Comments

    1. Arthurheedo says

      February 06, 2023 at 1:24 am

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      Reply
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      February 03, 2023 at 8:46 am

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    3. Taylor says

      October 04, 2022 at 10:12 pm

      This is absolutely delish! I think I like it better than actual meat! Thank u!!

      Reply
    4. Almudena says

      February 17, 2022 at 2:39 pm

      Could someone please tell me the ingredients in cups? I don't have kitchen scales and I have no idea what these amounts are. The result looks good though!

      Reply
    5. Viola says

      February 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm

      I made it this recipe cause the only thing I had in my cupboard was Oats, So I decided to give it a try!!
      it was a very nice surprise. Loved the taste and the texture. The next day I made a sandwich with the leftover and it was amazing!

      Reply
    6. Lucia says

      January 25, 2022 at 9:29 pm

      5 stars
      Best vegan schnitzel ! Super quick and easy to make too!
      Will definitely make it again!

      Reply
      • carlocao says

        January 26, 2022 at 8:29 am

        Dear Lucia, thank you so much for your feedback, I'm glad you liked them!

        Reply
        • Gregory says

          June 20, 2022 at 5:36 am

          Is it mustard powder or prepared mustard?

        • carlocao says

          July 18, 2022 at 11:50 am

          Hi Gregory, it's creamy mustard, no powder 🙂 X, Carlo

    7. Eileen says

      January 25, 2022 at 9:09 pm

      If you add some vegan egg powder (flaxseed powder)would that help the mixture hold together better for easier handling? Thank you. These look great!

      Reply
      • carlocao says

        January 26, 2022 at 8:30 am

        Hi Eileen, I would not add flaxseed because of the nutty flavor. If you are afriad that the schnitzel won't stick together you can blend your oats a little, the more processed the oats the stickier they'll be. I hope this helps. Best, Carlo

        Reply
    8. Yum says

      January 25, 2022 at 7:24 pm

      Eill water work good instead of milk? And... Will baking instead of frying work?

      Reply
      • carlocao says

        January 26, 2022 at 8:31 am

        Hi, water works perfectly too 🙂 Best, Carlo

        Reply

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