Salsicca (Vegetarian Hot Italian Sausage) Recipe

Name: Salsicca (Vegetarian Hot Italian Sausage)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 tablespoons vegetable broth, heated and still very warm; 1/4 cup dry red wine; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 cup textured soy protein granules (tvp); 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1/4 lb medium firm tofu, mashed; Seasoning Mixture; 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/2 cup pure gluten, powder (vital wheat gluten)

Servings: persons

10 tablespoons vegetable broth, heated and still very warm
1/4 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup textured soy protein granules (tvp)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/4 lb medium firm tofu, mashed
Seasoning Mixture
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup pure gluten, powder (vital wheat gluten)

1
Mix the broth with the wine, tomato paste and sesame oil in a small bowl.
2
Stir in the textured soy protein granules and allow to soak for about 5 minutes.
3
Add the tofu and seasonings.
4
The gluten powder should not be added until the mixture is cool (otherwise it creates'strings').
5
To speed this up, you can spread the mixture out on a plate to cool in the refrigerator.
6
When the mixture is cool, add the gluten powder and mix well with your hands.
7
Press firmly into 10 thin patties or 14-20 firm links.
8
Steam on a plate or steam basket (with little holes) over simmering water for 20 minutes.
9
These can now be browned right away or refrigerated/frozen for later.
10
To brown, use a non-stick skillet with a little olive oil or brush all the sides with a little olive oil and grill on both sides.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 tablespoons vegetable broth, heated and still very warm, 1/4 cup dry red wine, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 cup textured soy protein granules (tvp), and more.

Yes, Salsicca (Vegetarian Hot Italian Sausage) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salsicca (Vegetarian Hot Italian Sausage)

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