Vegan sausages can be a delightful surprise, embracing vibrant flavors and hearty textures while keeping things plant-based. They pack a savory punch thanks to aromatic spices and a satisfying bite, making them a perfect addition to your meal rotation. Whether enjoyed on a cozy evening with mashed potatoes or tossed into a veggie stir-fry, these sausages can elevate any dish.
Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Estimated Calories: Approximately 250 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked beans
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp red pepper paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cooked large beans
- Fresh dill, for serving
- Additional chili flakes, for serving
- Potatoes, for mashed potatoes
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash 2 cups of cooked beans until smooth.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cornstarch, red pepper paste, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, cumin, thyme, red chili powder, chili flakes, curry powder, turmeric, black pepper, and the remaining cup of cooked large beans. Mix well until everything is combined.
- Shape the mixture into sausage-like portions and wrap each tightly in aluminum foil or baking paper.
- Boil water in a pot, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Place the wrapped sausages in the pot and steam for 30 minutes on low heat.
- While the sausages are steaming, prepare the mashed potatoes by boiling and mashing them, mixing in some dill and chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Once the sausages are ready, let them cool for about 10 minutes before unwrapping. Serve alongside the mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Why This Recipe Works
This vegan sausage recipe is incredibly reliable due to its balance of flavors and textures. The beans provide a hearty base while the combination of spices adds depth. The use of cornstarch and breadcrumbs helps bind everything together, ensuring each bite has the perfect chewiness.
Serving Ideas
These vegan sausages are wonderfully versatile. Serve them alongside creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting meal or slice them into your favorite salads for a protein boost. They’re also great in a bun with your favorite condiments or tossed in pasta for a quick weeknight dinner.
Helpful Tips
- Make sure to mash the beans thoroughly for a smooth mixture, which helps with the texture of the sausages.
- You can adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of red chili powder and chili flakes.
- If you want a firmer sausage, you can refrigerate the shaped sausages for an hour before steaming.
- Leftover sausages can be stored in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for future meals.
- Experiment with different herbs like parsley or cilantro to change up the flavor profile.
FAQ
Can I use canned beans for this recipe?
Absolutely! Canned beans are convenient and work perfectly well.
What if I don’t have red pepper paste?
You can substitute it with tomato paste or simply add more spices for flavor.
Can I grill these sausages?
Yes, once they’ve been steamed and cooled, they can be grilled for a nice char.
How do I know when the sausages are done?
The steaming process ensures they’re cooked through, and they should feel firm to the touch.
Creating your own vegan sausages can be an incredibly satisfying endeavor, and this recipe is straightforward enough for any home cook. Give it a try, and you might just find a new family favorite!
Vegan Sausages
Delicious and hearty vegan sausages made with beans and spices, perfect for any meal.
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked beans
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tbsp red pepper paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- to taste Salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cooked large beans
- Fresh dill, for serving
- Additional chili flakes, for serving
- Potatoes, for mashed potatoes
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mash 2 cups of cooked beans until smooth.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cornstarch, red pepper paste, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, cumin, thyme, red chili powder, chili flakes, curry powder, turmeric, black pepper, and the remaining cup of cooked large beans. Mix well until everything is combined.
- Shape the mixture into sausage-like portions and wrap each tightly in aluminum foil or baking paper.
Cooking
- Boil water in a pot, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Place the wrapped sausages in the pot and steam for 30 minutes on low heat.
Serving
- While the sausages are steaming, prepare the mashed potatoes by boiling and mashing them, mixing in some dill and chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Once the sausages are ready, let them cool for about 10 minutes before unwrapping. Serve alongside the mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Make sure to mash the beans thoroughly for a smooth mixture. Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of red chili powder and chili flakes. For a firmer sausage, refrigerate the shaped sausages for an hour before steaming. Leftover sausages can be stored in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for future meals. Experiment with different herbs like parsley or cilantro to change up the flavor profile.
