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.
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 & 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.
Nutrition values
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 2 g