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Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken with Coffee Panna Cotta

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A zesty, cruelty-free twist on sweet and sour chicken paired with a smooth, dairy-free coffee panna cotta. Pure comfort with zero compromise.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

Sweet and Sour “Chicken”:

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ cups soy curls rehydrated
  • ½ cup pineapple chunks juice reserved
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Coffee Panna Cotta:

  • 1 ½ cups almond or coconut milk
  • ½ cup strong brewed coffee
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp agar-agar powder
  • Optional: Shaved vegan chocolate or cinnamon dust

Instructions
 

Sweet and Sour “Chicken”:

  • Sauté garlic, onion, and peppers in sesame oil until fragrant—like you know what you’re doing.
  • Toss in soy curls and pineapple chunks. Sizzle briefly.
  • In a bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, tamari, pineapple juice, and sugar. Whisk it like your ex’s reputation depends on it.
  • Pour sauce over the slow cooker ingredients. Stir gently.
  • Cook on low for 6 hours until thick and caramelized.
  • Stir in cornstarch slurry 30 minutes before finishing to thicken it like a pro.
  • Salt, pepper, sass to taste.

Coffee Panna Cotta:

  • In saucepan, combine almond milk, coffee, syrup, and vanilla.
  • Stir in agar-agar and bring to a light boil. Simmer 2 minutes.
  • Pour into molds and refrigerate until set—about 2 hours.
  • Top with chocolate shavings or cinnamon if you’re feeling fancy.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 395
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 21g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin C: 29%
  • Iron: 23%
  • Calcium: 18%
  • Magnesium: 15%
  • Folate: 14%

Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • Add a splash of orange juice to the sauce for extra zing.
  • Use smoked paprika for a smoky punch.
  • Chill the panna cotta overnight if you want a firmer set.
  • Garnish with fresh mint to feel extra Instagrammable.
  • Pair with jasmine rice or soba noodles for a full diva moment.