Homemade Oktoberfest Vegan Wieners
Savor the flavor of Oktoberfest with homemade vegan wieners! This easy recipe combines vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, and sauerkraut to create a savory delight that’s perfect for any celebration.
Equipment
- aluminum foil
- baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
- ¼ cup 30 g nutritional yeast
- 1 cup 235 ml vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon 6 g garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon 6 g onion powder
- 1 tablespoon 4 g dried parsley or 3 tablespoons (12 g) fresh
- 2 cups 288 g vital wheat gluten flour
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup 71 g sauerkraut
- ¼ cup 60 ml canola or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C, or gas mark 4).
- Mix together the wheat gluten, yeast, garlic and onion powders, parsley, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, sauerkraut, and oil.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until uniform.
- The mixture will be wet, not like a bread dough.
- If it’s too dry, add a bit more veggie broth.
- Divide the dough into 8 to 12 pieces, depending on your preferred wiener size.
- Tear off 8 to 12 pieces of aluminum foil, about 6 × 12 inches (15 × 30 cm).
- Form each piece of dough into a sausage shape and place near the long edge of the foil.
- Roll up the foil and twist the ends tight.
- Place seam side down on a baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until firm.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before unwrapping.
- Enjoy as you would any hot dog.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine advice:
Pair with a crisp, cold German pilsner or a light lager.
Pair with a crisp, cold German pilsner or a light lager.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 2 g | Salt: 1.1 mg
