Vegetarian Homemade Goetta
Whip up a comforting and hearty batch of **Vegetarian Homemade Goetta**, a plant-based twist on the beloved German-American classic from Cincinnati. Made with wholesome **steel-cut oats**, umami-rich **mushrooms**, and a medley of fragrant spices like thyme, marjoram, and sage, this recipe is a flavorful celebration of texture and taste. Simmered in savory **vegetable broth** and finished with a touch of **vegetarian Worcestershire sauce**, this meat-free goetta offers a perfectly satisfying alternative without sacrificing its signature crisp exterior and tender center. Ideal for make-ahead meals, this goetta firms up in the fridge before being pan-fried to crispy perfection. Enjoy it alongside eggs and toast for breakfast, or pair it with your favorite sides for a comforting dinner. Perfect for vegetarians, meal preppers, and those craving a homemade, hearty treat, this recipe reimagines tradition with delicious results.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Steel-cut oats
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 cups Water
- 1.5 cups Mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon Marjoram, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground sage
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, vegetarian
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and chopped mushrooms to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the thyme, marjoram, ground sage, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, add the steel-cut oats. Reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The oats should be tender and the mixture thickened.
Stir in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove the pot from heat. Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it into a greased loaf pan, pressing down to compact it tightly and spread evenly.
Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 2-3 hours. For best results, chill overnight.
Once firm, remove goetta from the loaf pan and slice into 1/2-inch thick slices.
To cook, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook slices in batches until golden-brown and crispy on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serve hot. Enjoy your delicious vegetarian goetta with eggs, toast, or on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.8 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4833 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 323.8 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.0 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.0 g | ||
| Protein | 71.6 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3037 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
