Before I bought these, we had only eaten the Loma Linda Big Franks and the Linketts. We loved the Big Franks but we did not like the Linketts (they are weirdly "hard" instead of hotdog textured). Because we realized the products all have different tastes and textures, we were leery at first of trying these, but when the price of Big Franks in Amazon's Subscribe and Save option suddenly went up astronomically (!!!) we decided to give these more normal-priced hotdog facsimiles a try to replace that item. I'm glad we did!
While we still love the Big Franks (although they actually taste a lot more like really huge Vienna sausages than hotdogs--which is okay since both my husband and I loved Vienna sausages as kids, long before becoming vegetarians) these are far more like real hotdogs. The taste is closer and the texture is a lot more like the real thing than the softer Big Franks. Some people complain about the taste of the broth on all the Loma Linda fake hotdogs, but we actually like it. Yes, it is a bit salty, but I really like the savory quality of the nutritional yeast in it. You can actually use it like meat broth to make gravy as well.
The one thing I wish is that these did not have egg whites in them--making them vegetarian but not vegan. (Big Franks are completely vegan.) While we do eat eggs, we get ours from our free range and very happy backyard chickens. I DO NOT wish to promote the cruel poultry industry if I can help it, so I wish Loma Linda would consider finding a substitute for that particular ingredient.
The price of these seems kind of expensive if you are used to buying cheap regular hotdogs at the grocery store, but considering that there are 8 links in a can, a can makes a generous two servings each for two people (they say one link is a serving, but really, nobody eats just one of these ;) ) it comes out to very little per meal. Plus they're great right out of the can. You don't even have to cook them to enjoy, so they're great for camping. I would highly recommend these for anyone considering a transition to vegetarianism or even to meat-eaters. So far everyone I've served these to, really likes them. They are especially good on a bun with chili and onions for a fantastic chili-dog!
Loma Linda - Plant-Based Meats (Redi-Burger (15 oz.), 6 Pack)
4.5 | 609 ratings
Price: 36.95
Last update: 01-07-2025
About this item
Meatless alternative to meatloaf and hamburgers
Vegan
Contains 87% less fat than beef burgers
Shelf-Stable
EASY PREPARATION: Heat, serve, and enjoy! This meatless burger is ideal for sandwiches, soups, and casseroles. You can use this meatless meat in any recipe that calls for traditional beef or pair with your favorite ingredients to make a hearty homestyle meal!
Vegan
Contains 87% less fat than beef burgers
Shelf-Stable
EASY PREPARATION: Heat, serve, and enjoy! This meatless burger is ideal for sandwiches, soups, and casseroles. You can use this meatless meat in any recipe that calls for traditional beef or pair with your favorite ingredients to make a hearty homestyle meal!
From the brand
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Loma Linda is proud to be an industry leader in plant-based with a large variety of vegetarian and vegan foods. Originally founded over 100 years ago, the Loma Linda brand has always provided affordable, sustainable, and healthy sources of plant-based protein for all lifestyles to enable people to live healthier, longer lives.
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