Buddah's Breakfast Sausage

Start your day with a burst of bold, plant-based flavor with Buddah's Breakfast Sausage! This vegan-friendly recipe transforms textured vegetable protein (TVP) into savory, protein-packed patties that are seasoned to perfection with smoky paprika, earthy sage, and aromatic fennel. A touch of maple syrup and soy sauce adds a delicate balance of sweet and umami notes, while a flaxseed "egg" ensures a tender, cohesive texture. Quick to prepare and pan-fried to golden perfection in just minutes, these hearty patties are a deliciously wholesome addition to your breakfast plate. Serve them alongside toast, scrambled tofu, or a fresh fruit medley for a satisfying and cruelty-free start to the morning. Perfect for vegans and anyone exploring meatless options, this breakfast sausage is sure to be a game-changer.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Textured vegetable protein (TVP)
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground sage
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground fennel seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (for cooking)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the textured vegetable protein (TVP) with the vegetable broth. Stir well and let sit for 5 minutes to rehydrate.

Step 2

While the TVP is hydrating, mix the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl to create a flax egg. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated TVP, flax egg, all-purpose flour, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, sage, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, ground fennel seeds, black pepper, and salt.

Step 4

Add the maple syrup, soy sauce, and olive oil to the mixture. Stir well until everything is well incorporated, forming a cohesive dough-like consistency.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a small patty about 2.5 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the neutral oil for cooking.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the patties into the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the patties are golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges.

Step 8

Transfer the cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve warm alongside your favorite breakfast items, such as toast, scrambled tofu, or fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(666.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1671.3

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3558.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 122.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 461.7mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 4680.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.0%

Protein: 29.0%

Carbs: 35.0%