Hannah's Top 10 Vegan Meat Alternatives

'Meat alternatives aren't a new development, but the options now are huge whichever shop you go to. There's nothing more disappointing than picking something new and finding out it isn't as good as you were hoping.

So whether you're at a BBQ with friends or want something to add into a sauce, testing out veganism or you know your stuff, this Top 10 will hopefully give you a little insight into some of the best around. I try to look out for the price, texture taste and versatility.'

Hannah of @herbivorehan_ has delved into her essential vegan meats and narrowed down her top recommendations. From Richmond sausages to Tesco's Plant Chef, you cannot go wrong with this comprehensive list of choices. Make sure to order these from our selected stores whether it be Tesco, Amazon, Ocado or Sainsburys and get your fridge stocked up!

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Tesco
Plant Chef 8 Meat Free Burgers
£1.75
Hannah Layland
I love the simplicity of these burgers, they aren't trying to be anything other than a classic meat-free burger. Sometimes you get that craving for a classic takeaway burger, without the fancy toppings or the huge price tag. This is that burger. Value for money they're unbeatable.

I love them simple; some soft onions, a bit of ketchup, a slice of vegan cheese and gherkins, always gherkins. it makes the perfect quick dinner. I've microwaved them, grilled them, fried them and popped them on the BBQ there's no bad way to cook them and I am yet to find a bad way to eat them.
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Richmond
Meat Free Vegan Sausages
£2.00
Hannah Layland
I call these the gateway sausage. If you're going from a meat diet to more plant-based these are the perfect sausage. They really aren't overly meaty and from what I remember they taste very much like a standard Richmond Sausage, I know they're nice because my sausage sandwich loving dad will eat them.

My favourite way is in a barmcake, with a bit of avocado and these lined up. The perfect hangover cure, or lazy Sunday breakfast. They're great for quick teas too, chopped into a tomato sauce with pasta is a firm favourite.
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Plant Menu
Spicy No Chicken Burgers
£1.99
Hannah Layland
If like me you were (or are) a sucker for a spicy fried chicken, then this is right up your street. The texture is more of a reshaped pulled meat rather than a dense patty, but that adds to the experience.

It might be called spicy, but don't let that put you off if you aren't a chilli lover. I think they're delicately spiced with a flavour much more prominent than the heat. My perfect way to eat it is in a Vegan Brioche Bun, lots of mayo and a bit of lettuce.
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What The Cluck
£2.75
Hannah Layland
If you're a vegan because you didn't like the taste, smell or texture of meat then this really isn't the one for you. it is the perfect chicken substitute, I'd be tempted to say there was some form of magic that went into creating this.

It's high in protein, so if you're a gym buff then it's the perfect addition to your diet. I have it in curries but it is excellent in a chicken and leek pie, I don't think you would know the difference between this and chicken in a blind taste test. It can dry out a little when cooked, so I'd suggest adding it into saucier things rather than just as it is, Although I have been known to eat it as it comes.
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Birds Eye
Meat Free Swedish Style Balls
£3.00
Hannah Layland
A lot of vegan meatballs try to add in different flavours to make them different, but these have gone for just meatball flavour, and it works - it makes them so versatile.

My go-to sub of choice was always a meatball marinara and these are a much easier buy than those from a well known Swedish furniture shop. The timely arrival of these meatballs has filled that void in my life.

They're a little bit spongey in texture, but I think all meatballs whether plant-based or not are. The texture's best quality helps it to take on the flavours of the sauce you use meaning they work best enhancing a dish rather than adding a flavour. Ideal on spaghetti with tomato sauce!
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Plant Power
Sticky BBQ Spare Ribz
£4.88
Hannah Layland
As a lover of BBQ, these are a must for any time of the year! Tempeh isn't mock meat, it is a form of soya bean that has been fermented. This means it could be perfect for any veggies or vegans that don't want to imitate the texture of meat.

That being said, it does have a bit and a chew to it like a spare rib would. The sweet smokey BBQ marinade and sauce caramelise as it cooks, so I would highly recommend some napkins close by. They are perfect in a crispy baguette with some quick-pickled veg, however, I have put them on a savoury porridge and thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Plant Pioneers
Cumberland Shroomdogs
£2.50
Hannah Layland
I find the flavour of these sausages does not compare to any other I've tried, and I've worked my way through a fair few different offerings.

Some vegan sausages have a very thick casing or can be really greasy, you definitely don't have to worry about either of those things with these. The spicing in these is subtle but takes them to a next level, they're a little peppery, but it only benefits them.

With mash and gravy, they're a firm favourite, I think they would be the perfect sausage for a vegan toad in the hole, but only once I've mastered the vegan Yorkshire pudding.
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This Isn't Chicken
Plant Based Sticky BBQ Skewers
£3.50
Hannah Layland
Sure, I could marinate my 'Chicken' and then chop veg and skewer it myself, but when you can open a pack and have it already done and taste this good, I don't know why anyone would bother.

The best way to eat them is definitely straight off the BBQ or grill with a good coleslaw, salad and pitta bread. The texture of the 'chicken' is very meaty, so if you aren't a fan of that then I wouldn't get them. They could fool a meat-eater into thinking it's a regular chicken kebab.
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Plant Pioneers
Smoky Jack Quarter Pounders
£2.50
Hannah Layland
Unlike the basic burger further up the list, these do have a taste, although they're called smoky I wouldn't say that is the main flavour, they're more of a sweet barbecue taste rather than smoked. The only problem I have with these is they are squishy so really easy to misshape when getting them out of the box.

I've not found the perfect way yet but I think it could be a 2 person job. That squishiness goes away as it is cooked, it's not the classic burger texture, it's much softer but doesn't break apart. My favourite way to serve these is on a vegan brioche, bbq sauce, a vegan cheese slice and lettuce. I don't think there's anything you could dislike about the flavours.
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Plant Chef 4 Meat Free Lamb Style Koftas
£2.00
Hannah Layland
Tesco is really investing in their Plant Chef vegan range, and you can tell they have researched and developed these wonderfully.

I'm no happier eating these Grilled and serve them with salad pita and vegan tzatziki. It is lightly spiced which makes it really reminiscent of a meat kofta, just 1 kebab has a whopping 16g of protein, post-gym snack anyone? the texture isn't similar to a lamb kofte, it's a little softer, but not too soft so it falls off its skewer. I think you could serve this up to a meat eater and there would be no complaints!
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Hannah's Top 9 Vegan Ice-Creams

'When I stopped eating dairy ice cream was the one thing that I missed the most, thankfully loads of companies both artisan and big brands have started to develop delicious vegan alternatives.

There are a few key things I look for when choosing an ice cream, flavour, creaminess/ texture, consistency of each scoop or bite, packaging and then cost. However, I am always willing to pay a little more for quality, well-sourced ingredients and sustainable packaging. Here are my Top 10 Vegan Ice Creams for when you want to enjoy a sunny afternoon snack or an accompaniment to a dessert!'

Thanks to Hannah of @herbivorehan_, we have a whole list of the best vegan ice creams currently available in the UK. From Halo Top to Vegan Magnum, we are here to tell you which vegan ice creams are the best, trust us. All of Han's choices are available to buy from online retailers such as Waitrose, Morrisons and Tesco.

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Hannah's Top 10 Vegan Drinks (Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic)

'Is there anything more refreshing than a well chilled drink on a hot day? Not many people realise this but some drinks that seem vegan may actually have been put through a number of filtering processes leaving them not suitable for vegans or vitamins derived from aminals added.

It can be a bit of a minefield when you are new to veganism, so I've done the hard work and picked out a few of my favourites vegan drinks, both alcoholic and not so you don't have to worry. I try to drink sustainably and ensure packaging is recyclable, but that always is not possible.'

Hannah from @herbivorehan_ has worked with us to create a list of completely vegan drinks for all occasions. From vegan prosecco to vegan lager, this comprehensive list is suited to everyone. While it can be tricky knowing what drinks are vegan, we assure you that this list will have at least something you are looking for.

All of Hannah's recommendations are available from online retailers such as Amazon, Tesco, Waitrose and Asda. Happy shopping!

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TescoPlant Chef 8 Meat Free Burgers£1.75

RichmondMeat Free Vegan Sausages£2.00

Plant MenuSpicy No Chicken Burgers£1.99

The Vegetarian ButcherWhat The Cluck£2.75

Birds EyeMeat Free Swedish Style Balls£3.00

Plant PowerSticky BBQ Spare Ribz£4.88

Plant PioneersCumberland Shroomdogs£2.50

This Isn't ChickenPlant Based Sticky BBQ Skewers£3.50

Plant PioneersSmoky Jack Quarter Pounders£2.50

TescoPlant Chef 4 Meat Free Lamb Style Koftas£2.00

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Hannah's Top 10 Vegan Meat Alternatives

Tesco
Plant Chef 8 Meat Free Burgers
£1.75

Richmond
Meat Free Vegan Sausages
£2.00

Plant Menu
Spicy No Chicken Burgers
£1.99

The Vegetarian Butcher
What The Cluck
£2.75

Birds Eye
Meat Free Swedish Style Balls
£3.00

Plant Power
Sticky BBQ Spare Ribz
£4.88

Plant Pioneers
Cumberland Shroomdogs
£2.50

This Isn't Chicken
Plant Based Sticky BBQ Skewers
£3.50

Plant Pioneers
Smoky Jack Quarter Pounders
£2.50

Tesco
Plant Chef 4 Meat Free Lamb Style Koftas
£2.00

Hannah Layland's favlist