Vegan Herb-Infused Sausage Bites Recipe
This Vegan Sausage recipe offers a delicious plant-based alternative that’s savory, herbaceous, and packed with flavor. Using butter beans and oat flour, these sausages are first sautéed to lock in their shape and flavor, then baked to a crispy golden finish. Ideal for a wholesome breakfast or a protein-rich addition to any meal, this recipe is straightforward, gluten-free (with certified oat flour), and perfect for vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free
Ingredients
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 onion, yellow or white (chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped)
Wet Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons oil of choice (divided, avocado oil recommended)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
Dry Ingredients & Seasonings
- 1 ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ¼ cup oat flour (certified gluten-free if necessary, plus more for dusting)
Proteins
- 1 14-ounce package of cooked butter beans (400 grams)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil, the chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes or until softened to develop a flavorful base.
- Add herbs: Stir in the fresh sage leaves and chopped thyme and continue sautéing for 2 more minutes, stirring frequently to release their fragrance.
- Season mixture: Pour in the lemon juice, vegan Worcestershire sauce, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground black pepper. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes, stirring often to blend all flavors well.
- Mash butter beans: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked butter beans and mash them with a fork until mostly smooth but retaining some texture.
- Combine ingredients: Add the oat flour to the mashed beans and mix well. Then fold in the cooked onion and herb mixture until the batter is evenly combined and cohesive.
- Prepare flour dusting: Pour a thin layer of oat flour onto a large plate or shallow bowl for coating the sausages.
- Form sausages: With wet hands, take a handful of the sausage mixture and shape it into a small log approximately 4 inches long. Roll this log in the oat flour to coat lightly, then set it aside. Repeat until all mixture is shaped.
- Preheat oven: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Pan-fry logs: Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the flour-coated sausage logs and pan-fry for about 4 minutes, turning halfway through, until they firm up and develop a golden color.
- Bake sausages: Transfer the browned sausages to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the outsides are crisp and golden, ensuring a firm texture.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove the sausages from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve as desired. Enjoy your homemade vegan sausages!
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oat flour if you require a gluten-free dish.
- Wetting your hands before shaping the sausages helps prevent sticking and makes shaping easier.
- Feel free to substitute lemon juice with vinegar for a slightly different tang.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your stove and oven; watch for golden color and firmness as indicators of doneness.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
