Vegetarian Savory Sausage Crumbles
Transform your plant-based meals with these Vegetarian Savory Sausage Crumbles, the perfect meatless alternative loaded with bold, spiced flavor! This protein-packed recipe combines textured vegetable protein (TVP) and walnuts for a hearty, crumbly texture, while fragrant spices like fennel seeds, smoked paprika, and dried sage deliver an umami punch reminiscent of classic sausage. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, these versatile crumbles are ideal for adding depth to pasta, pizza, breakfast scrambles, or tacos. With simple ingredients and a satisfying smoky flavor, this dish proves that eating vegetarian can be both delicious and nutritious—perfect for any meal of the day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are coarsely ground. Be careful not to over-process, as you want a crumbly texture, not walnut butter.
In a medium bowl, combine the TVP with the vegetable broth and soy sauce. Stir well and allow the mixture to soak for about 5 minutes until the TVP is fully hydrated.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the ground walnuts to the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the hydrated TVP to the skillet and mix well with the walnuts.
Stir in the fennel seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, smoked paprika, dried thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Cook the mixture for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until it is browned and fragrant.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and let the crumbles cool slightly before using them in your desired dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.6 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1760 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.1 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 127.9 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 540 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 4902 mg | 104% | |
*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.
