Vegan Homemade Goetta

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Homemade Goetta, a plant-based twist on the traditional German-American breakfast staple. Packed with the hearty goodness of steel-cut oats, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and sage, this recipe delivers all the savory, meaty flavors you crave—without any animal products. Combining wholesome vegetables, flaxseed for binding, and soy sauce for a rich umami kick, this dish is simmered to perfection before being chilled, sliced, and pan-fried to create crispy, golden-brown edges. Perfect as a breakfast centerpiece or a savory addition to any meal, this make-ahead goetta is as versatile as it is satisfying. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, this vegan adaptation is sure to become a new family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup steel-cut oats
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, grated
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• 6 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseed and water. Stir well and set aside to allow it to gel.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Add the chopped mushrooms and continue to cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the steel-cut oats and mix well with the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the garlic powder, sage, smoked paprika, thyme, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the mixture simmer for about 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the oats are soft and the mixture thickens.

Step 7

Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the soy sauce and the flaxseed mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 8

Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, then pour the oat mixture into the pan, packing it down firmly.

Step 9

Cover the pan and refrigerate the goetta for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 10

Once chilled, remove the goetta from the fridge and slice into 1/2-inch thick pieces.

Step 11

In a skillet over medium heat, fry the goetta slices for about 5 minutes on each side until crisp and golden brown.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your delicious vegan goetta as part of your favorite breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2036.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1604.2

Total Fat 55.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3726.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 54.4g	0%

Vitamin D 385IU	0%
Calcium 494.1mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 4094.2mg	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: 30.1%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 56.8%