Vegetarian Savory Turkey Bites
Discover a delightful twist on comfort food with Vegetarian Savory Turkey Bites—perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday snacking! These golden, bite-sized treats replace traditional turkey with a flavor-packed blend of extra firm tofu, cremini mushrooms, and aromatic herbs like thyme and sage. Nutritional yeast and soy sauce add rich umami, while breadcrumbs and egg replacer ensure the ideal crunchy-yet-tender texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, these oven-baked bites are not only plant-based but also protein-rich and incredibly versatile. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply looking for a tasty meat-free option, these bites will become your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz extra firm tofu
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 serving egg replacer
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Press the tofu to remove excess water: Wrap in a clean towel and place a heavy weight on top for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, chop the cremini mushrooms finely using a food processor or by hand.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant, then add the chopped mushrooms.
Cook the mushrooms until they release their moisture and it evaporates, about 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Crumble the tofu and add it in along with the soy sauce, thyme, sage, nutritional yeast, breadcrumbs, egg replacer, salt, black pepper, and parsley.
Mix everything until well combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
Scoop about 1-tablespoon portions of the mixture and form them into balls or patties, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4206 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.6 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 94.0 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2895 mg | 223% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 2563 mg | 55% | |
*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.
