Apple Curry Fauxsage
This flavorful apple curry fauxsage adds a unique twist to Asian-inspired dishes. Crisp it up and sprinkle over stir-fries for a delicious protein boost!
Equipment
- baking sheet
- foil
- medium bowl
- whisk,
Ingredients
- ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon 15 g green curry paste
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml canola oil
- ⅔ cup 160 ml water
- 4 ounces 113 g unsweetened applesauce
- 1¼ cups 180 g vital wheat gluten flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C, or gas mark 3).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, cumin, salt, and basil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, oil, water, curry paste, and maple syrup until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a spoon.
- Then, knead the dough by hand for a couple of minutes.
- Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
- Roll the mixture into a log and wrap it in foil, twisting the ends tightly.
- Bake for 90 minutes, flipping the wrapped sausage halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Carefully remove the foil and let cool before storing in the fridge or freezer.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Slice and pan-fry before serving over stir-fries, noodle dishes, or rice bowls for added texture and flavor.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a crisp Riesling or Gewürztraminer to complement the curry spices and apple sweetness.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 5 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1 mg
