The nice people at Primal Strips sent me two sets of Primal Strips to sample, so of course, I'm giving one set away. After checking out this review, post a comment for a chance to win. Be sure to check back to see if the Random Number Generator is smiling on you the week of April 4th. (Change of plans - I will announce the winner later this week, around March 31.)Unlike the book giveaway, I'm limiting shipping for this contest to the U.S. Sorry! But a book review will be coming soon for the international readers, so keep that in mind.
Here's the short story on nutrition, but for the full information, be sure to check their webpage. The non-GMO strips are cholesterol, preservative and artificial color free. They're also 97% fat-free and high in protein.
Taste and texture wise, these are quite a surprise. I never liked meat jerky (the smell alone made me run away in fear), so I can't compare the two. But the texture of the strips is very "meaty", in the way that Gardein is very "meaty". That said, there are still variations in the texture of each strip. For example, some are moister than others, some are chewier. Now for the flavor breakdown:
Hickory Smoked - this one is a lot like Gardein and has that almost shreddy texture. A lot of flavor and probably our favorite. Incidentally, this is gluten-free. (The idea of 'smoke' being a flavor always makes me laugh.)
Hot and Spicy - has a slightly sweet after taste. It's made from shiitake mushrooms and has an Asian influence.
Teriyaki - if you like Kung Pao from Whole Foods, this has very similar flavors.
Thai Peanut - has the heartiest flavors of all. It seems very well balanced.
Mesquite Lime - tangy, in a good way.
Texas BBQ - the first taste of this is like straight onion powder, then it gets better. This and the Teriyaki were probably our least favorite. As a side note, this one is gluten-free, too.
Here's the short story on nutrition, but for the full information, be sure to check their webpage. The non-GMO strips are cholesterol, preservative and artificial color free. They're also 97% fat-free and high in protein.
Taste and texture wise, these are quite a surprise. I never liked meat jerky (the smell alone made me run away in fear), so I can't compare the two. But the texture of the strips is very "meaty", in the way that Gardein is very "meaty". That said, there are still variations in the texture of each strip. For example, some are moister than others, some are chewier. Now for the flavor breakdown:
Hickory Smoked - this one is a lot like Gardein and has that almost shreddy texture. A lot of flavor and probably our favorite. Incidentally, this is gluten-free. (The idea of 'smoke' being a flavor always makes me laugh.)
Hot and Spicy - has a slightly sweet after taste. It's made from shiitake mushrooms and has an Asian influence.
Teriyaki - if you like Kung Pao from Whole Foods, this has very similar flavors.
Thai Peanut - has the heartiest flavors of all. It seems very well balanced.
Mesquite Lime - tangy, in a good way.
Texas BBQ - the first taste of this is like straight onion powder, then it gets better. This and the Teriyaki were probably our least favorite. As a side note, this one is gluten-free, too.
The info from the company suggests that these could be used in recipes. I can see them minced and added to rice dishes, as a topping for a baked potato or salad, or for dry-fried vegetables, among other things. But we like them as a tasty vegan grab-and-go snack.
On a completely different subject: we're going to give Food Network Friday another try. The idea is to veganize this bbq pork panini recipe however you'd like. If you join us, please post to this blog so we know where to find your version by Friday, April 9th, which will be the day we'll be wrapping up this one. Thanks to Amy for choosing the recipe, and to both Liz and Amy for the nudge in doing these again.
And...one last thing! I will be at "Books & Cooks" on April 13th (5:30 to 7:00) at the Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road, Madison, Ohio. I'd love to meet you!
Take a chance and post a comment. I'll be back in a little over a week.
36 comments:
I love these! My store only carries two flavors, so I would love to get to try the other flavors as well. This is a great giveaway.
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Oh, I would love to win this! I have only had limited access to Primal Strips and am eager to try more flavors.
New vegan here after so many years of meat...would love to win to try a HEALTHFUL,TASTY alternative to meat!
Bless and thank you for a great blog.
Jenna
Oh wow, Primal Strips! I love them. Too bad they're so hard to get around here.
I've never had jerky (either before I went veg or after), so I'm intrigued as to what these taste like. I've never seen them before!
I've never had them and, thus, would love to try them!
I am a HUGE fan of Primal Strips so I would absolutely love to win!
I'm very interested in trying the different flavors!
Nom! I lovelovelove Tofurky jerky but have yet to try the Primal Strips. And the recipe suggestion intrigues me.
I need to try Primal Strips to test your taste test results : )
Yum! I would love to try these. :-D
Oh I used to really like jerky before I became a veggie, so I'd love to try Primal Strips! Thanks for the giveaway!
I've been meaning to try these! Would love to win some...
I'm an aspiring vegan and there are so many things to try. Would love to win this. Your cookbook is very nice, only tried a few recipes so far. Roxann W
Great idea- I've never tried them, they sound like a great to-go snack.
Sounds terrific! I'm an omnivore dating a vegan, and I'm always looking for new vegan foods for us to try.
I would really like to try these! I haven't been able to find them anywhere around my hometown.
These are so great! I love the Mesquite Lime flavour. I'd never thought of adding them to potatoes or other dishes, I've always eaten them on the go. I'm traveling at the moment and primal strips are nowhere in sight. When I pass back through Canada, I'm going to have to pick some up. They make great travel snacks!
I love the Mesquite Lime flavor! I'd love to try the BBQ, haven't seen that one around here!
i love primal strips, but the ones near me are in double packages (i have no idea why, but i hate the extra waste) so i've been waiting for these single package ones to make their way here. I'd love to get my hands on some!
I've never tried this before. The Hot and Spicy sounds great!
Mmmmm! I love Primal Strips! My favourite is Teriyaki. Perfect sugary-ness to spice.
I have only tried the hickory smoked and would love to sample the others. Thanks!
Mmmm primal strips. Meaty snacky goodness. The gourmet grocery near work keeps them in front of the deli counter near other jerkeys. I hope people accidentally try them not knowing they're meatless!
I love these. They have saved me when I have been stuck at a restaurant with only a salad as an option. My only wish...that they were easier to get in to!
hi, do i still have a chance at these? id love to try them, vegan jerky can be either really good or...scary. but i have heard good things about this brand
i've never had vegan jerky, i'm curious. great giveaway!
Yum. I love the Thai Peanut ones, but have only tried that one and a couple of the others. I love throwing them in my pack for a quick snack when hiking.
too bad i'm not in ohio - would love to visit!
*THANK YOU* so much for the book and super cute sticker. i love it and those are my favourite colours.
i'm getting ready to head out a small vacation, but when i get back, i'll get to crackin' on some tofu recipes!
ps - weird about the email, i can send to you just fine!
I just found your great blog from Vegan Planet. The primal strips sound like something good to take along on a hike. Hopefully I can find them locally.
Would love to try these! Used to love jerky.
miss v, for all I know it could be my isp. But it's just emailing you, so I don't know. The important thing is that you got the book. Enjoy it - and have fun on your trip.
Drawing tomorrow (Wednesday) on these strips. So be sure to check back. Good luck, everyone!
Ihave no idea what these things are. I have never seen them locally. I make my own faux meats, so this is something I don't normally even look for. But I am willing to be a guinea pig.
I would love to try the primal strips! Just found your blog and love it!
I just discovered Primal Strips this weekend!! LOVE THEM!
I have never heard or seen these...our resources are VERY limited where we live...We have to drive over 2 hours to get to a store that actually carries more than 5 vegan offerings...sad but true.
Would love to win these and try them out!
tktmom03 AT mchsi DOT com
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