Savory Vegan Breakfast Links
Say goodbye to store-bought veggie sausages with these fantastic Savory Vegan Breakfast Links! Adapted from Alicia Simpson's "Vegan Comfort Food," this recipe combines essential nutrients and delicious flavors to create a satisfying breakfast option that even meat-lovers will appreciate. Packed with protein from vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, and enriched with smoky spices and herbs, this dish not only fills your stomach but also captivates your taste buds. With the option to customize the seasonings to your liking, this recipe is perfect for meal prep — just make a big batch, freeze them, and cook them up whenever you need an easy breakfast that’s both hearty and healthy. Whether you enjoy them sizzling in a skillet, crumbled in a tofu scramble, or served alongside peppers, these homemade breakfast links will become a regular fixture in your brunch rotation.
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Servings
90
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
vital wheat gluten
2 cups
nutritional yeast
1/2 cup
chickpea flour (or soy flour)
1/2 cup
onion powder
2 teaspoons
whole fennel seed
1 tablespoon
black pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons
paprika
2 teaspoons
cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon
oregano
1 teaspoon
sea salt
1/2 teaspoon
allspice
1/4-1/2 teaspoon
garlic powder
2 teaspoons
water
2 1/4 cups
vegan Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons
olive oil
3 tablespoons
Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce
1 tablespoon
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients: vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, chickpea flour, onion powder, whole fennel seeds, black pepper, paprika, cayenne, oregano, sea salt, allspice, and garlic powder.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients: water, vegan Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, and Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce.
3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until a spongy dough forms. Do not overmix.
4
Take about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the dough at a time and roll it into a log shape about 6 inches long. Wrap each log tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends like a sausage casing to prevent bursting during steaming.
5
Place the wrapped logs in a steaming basket over a pot of boiling water. Steam for 30 minutes.
6
After steaming, carefully remove the foil wrappers and allow the sausages to cool. They can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.
7
To enjoy, sauté the sausages in a little oil in a cast iron skillet until crispy on the outside or crumble them into tofu scrambles for added flavor. Optionally, you can bake them in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes to crisp the exterior.
Nutrition Information
9g
Carbs
8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Vegan Breakfast Links?
They are a plant-based, homemade alternative to store-bought veggie sausages, made primarily from vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour.
Who is the original author of this recipe?
This recipe is adapted from Alicia Simpson's book "Vegan Comfort Food."
What is the primary protein source in these links?
The main protein sources are vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, providing 8g of protein per serving.
How many calories are in one vegan breakfast link?
Each serving contains approximately 90 calories.
What dry ingredients do I need?
You need vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, chickpea flour, onion powder, fennel seeds, black pepper, paprika, cayenne, oregano, sea salt, allspice, and garlic powder.
What wet ingredients are required for this recipe?
The wet ingredients include water, vegan Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, and Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce.
How do I form the breakfast links?
Take about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of dough and roll it into a log shape roughly 6 inches long.
Why do I need to wrap the sausages in aluminum foil?
The foil acts as a casing to hold the shape and prevent the links from bursting while they steam.
How long should the sausages be steamed?
The links should be steamed for 30 minutes over a pot of boiling water.
What is the best way to store these breakfast links?
You can store them in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage.
Can I freeze the sausages for meal prep?
Yes, these are perfect for meal prep; you can freeze them and cook them as needed.
How do I make the sausages crispy after steaming?
You can sauté them in a cast iron skillet with oil or bake them in the oven.
What temperature should I use to bake them?
Bake them at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes to crisp the exterior.
Can I use soy flour instead of chickpea flour?
Yes, the recipe allows for soy flour as a substitute for chickpea flour.
What should the texture of the dough be?
The dough should be spongy. It is important not to overmix it.
Can I crumble these sausages into other dishes?
Yes, they are delicious when crumbled into a tofu scramble.
How much fat is in these breakfast links?
While the specific fat count is not provided, the recipe uses 3 tablespoons of olive oil for the entire batch.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 9g of carbohydrates.
What gives the links a savory 'meaty' flavor?
The combination of nutritional yeast, fennel seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, and vegan Worcestershire sauce creates a savory profile.
Are these links suitable for meat-lovers?
Yes, the recipe is designed to be satisfying enough that even meat-lovers will appreciate them.
Can I use soy sauce instead of Braggs liquid aminos?
Yes, soy sauce is a direct substitute for Braggs liquid aminos in this recipe.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, all ingredients used, including the Worcestershire sauce and nutritional yeast, are vegan.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 16 ingredients.
How much nutritional yeast is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of nutritional yeast.
Do I need to let the sausages cool after steaming?
Yes, you should remove the foil and allow them to cool before storing or finishing the cooking process.
What type of fennel seed should I use?
The recipe specifies using whole fennel seeds.
How much vital wheat gluten is required?
You will need 2 cups of vital wheat gluten.
Can I adjust the seasonings?
Yes, the seasonings can be customized to your personal taste preferences.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as vegan comfort food.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.