Vegan Sausage
The ultimate plant-based comfort food, Vegan Sausage is bursting with flavor and perfect for any meal. Easy to make and satisfying, this recipe is the ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner. Try it tonight and discover the deliciousness!
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Cast-iron Skillet by UnoCasa
- Non-stick frying pan
- TofuBud
Ingredients
- 4 oz Firm tofu Measured as drained and squeezed
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs Use GF if needed
- ¼ cup Dairy-free milk
- 4 Tbsp Corn starch
- ½ Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 Tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp Sweet smoked paprika powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 Tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp Tomato paste
- ¼ tsp Hot chili powder or flakes Optional
Instructions
- Start by taking a frying pan or skillet and pre-heating it to medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil along with the finely chopped onion and garlic. Cook on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the onion is tender, opaque, and slightly yellow, avoiding caramelization. This step is crucial as it builds the flavor base.
- Once the onion and garlic are cooked, transfer them to a bowl. Using a hand blender, blend them until smooth. This will be your aromatic paste that brings flavor to the Vegan Sausage.
- For the best results, use frozen tofu. Thaw it overnight and then squeeze it hard to remove excess water. You can use your hands or a milk bag. The goal is to have a sponge-like texture afterward, which will help in achieving the right consistency.
- Next, take the thawed tofu and chop it into smaller crumble-like pieces using a food processor. This will give your sausage a hearty texture.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the tofu crumbles, breadcrumbs, dairy-free milk, corn starch, the previously prepared onion and garlic paste, 1 Tbsp olive oil, smoked sweet paprika, cumin, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, salt, tomato paste, and nutritional yeast. Mix everything thoroughly using a spatula or your hands until well combined.
- Now it’s time to shape the sausages. Form small sausages approximately 3 inches long and ½ inch thick with your hands. This step can be quite fun, and you can shape them to your liking!
- In the same frying pan, heat it on medium heat again. If your pan isn’t non-stick, add a small amount of coconut or olive oil to prevent sticking. Fry the sausages for a couple of minutes on each side until they develop a nice golden-brown color. This browning adds flavor and texture.
- Once done, remove the sausages from the pan and let them cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a larger meal.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftover sausages in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: These sausages freeze well, so feel free to store them for up to 3 months.
- Pairing: Enjoy alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Meal Prep: Make a batch ahead of time for easy lunches throughout the week.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment with different herbs and spices to change the flavor profile.