Primal Spirit Vegan Jerky “SHIITAKE MUSHROOM” – “Classic Flavor” – Hot & Spicy-Sweet & Savory, 10 g. Plant Based Protein, Certified Non-GMO, No Preservatives, Sports Friendly Packaging (24 Pack, 1 oz)

Great texture very tasty

Great texture. Perfect for a snack or on the go

…personally… like 1 star for all the others? I started with a variety pack that included all or most of the flavors and wow, I was really disappointed? The flavor for most of them was fine but they were definitely slimy in that they’re packed in marinade, and I absolutely loathed the texture of the soy ones. Could. Not. Stand. It. I honestly wouldn’t have reviewed them, when something is so obviously not for me, but not like, false advertising or anything—just, tough and chewy, but slimy, and not chewy in a jerky way but in a strip of something that’s not food… a literal piece of leather rather than preserved edible meat?And I didn’t care if it was jerky-like, I wasn’t looking particularly for a jerky fix, I’m just always looking for convenient vegan snacks that aren’t a billion dollars, something I can toss in my purse and forget about until I find myself stuck somewhere with no options and need something. This seemed perfect. My multi pack included 2 of each kind and I hated them all, until I tried the mushroom one. Omg, the texture was worlds better! Actually kind of jerky like, but a little softer, the flavor is great, I wouldn’t mind if it was less spicy, or if they used the other marinades on the mushroom base (because I’m never touching the soy ones again ever) for variety’s sake, but I think these are genuinely delicious and I’ve come back for the packs of just the mushroom kind a bunch of times since then, since they are exactly what I wanted. The mushroom one is also packed in marinade, so it’s also wet instead of dry when you open it, but I wouldn’t call it slimy, possibly because the texture is more porous so it actually absorbs the liquid, but just a heads up, it’s still slightly messier than like, a granola bar or something. Still, it’s a perfect toss in my purse for whenever food.

It's made from mushrooms, which I can't stand them, but you don't taste ANY mushrooms! The "hot & spicy, sweet & savory" is my favorite (it's mildly spicy). I have tried all them, the "mesquite lime seitan" is my least favorite. Right now Amazon is the cheapest source to buy these. They have the texture of meat jerky but taste amazing...not anything like those disgusting slim Jim's they sell in convenience stores.

Delicious, vegan, 10 grams of protein each.

I am a jerky (Meat) lover forced to turn vegetarian for health reasons. However, I fall off the vegetarian wagon often but stick to it as much as I can. I miss and love a nice salty, spicy, chewy snack and found these with a lot of good reviews and so gave them a try. I have tried only these Hot & Spicy ones from Primal so far and plan to try the others. There is a smell and taste of vegetable meat substitute that's a bit off putting, but they are the best substitute I've tried to date. Don't get me wrong though, I am not looking to find a veggie meat... just a salty chewy snack like beef jerky. I like that they are made from something other than soy, I cannot eat soy, I'm allergic. I'm undecided if I will buy this flavor again, I have 20 more to eat.What I like:Texture, its really very, very good and its strongest attribute!Heat, its pretty hot and could be compared with the heat of black pepper but could be even hotter for my taste... :)What I don't like:Smells like vegetable meat substitutes, based on this alone some people will not even try them, they could have a more smokey taste and smell that would help mask this veggie one.They could be saltier, I am really looking for a good salty snack here, and these aren't really meeting this need for me, taste more sweet than salt. I like the sweet but would like more salt.The slight taste of licorice, I do like licorice but I wouldn't normally eat it with jerky.These are good enough that I will try some of the other flavors in hopes that one of them will be "the one".

Good flavor

Mushrooms??

Recipients loved the product. Price was fair but would have liked it to be slightly less expensive.

I like these a lot. The box I received had a reasonably long expiration date and the jerky is delicious. Compared to the soy based Primal Strips, these ones, being made from shitake mushrooms are much less sticky and stringy and much easier to eat while on the go (although if you are looking for one that has a texture closer to real meat, you'll be happier with the soy based strips). They aren't so spicy that you need a drink or anything, they have just enough of a kick to add flavour. At 10g of protein and under 100 calories, I eat one of these with an apple for my balanced afternoon snack almost everyday. Highly recommended!

Always loved these! My first time buying a bulk pack and online too! Delicious would recommend!

I have bought two of these so far and will definitely be buying more. They do have some spice to them but it is definitely manageable, and the flavor and texture are great. I have tried this brand in other flavors (almost all of them) and this is by far the best.

I love these so so so so so much, find them so hard to get anywhere and was so glad to find them here! Little expensive but totally worth it when you're craving jerky! (I'm a vegetarian so these are super duper satisfying)