Vegetarian Homemade Alheira Sausage

Experience the rich and smoky flavors of traditional Portuguese cuisine with a modern twist in this Vegetarian Homemade Alheira Sausage recipe. Crafted with a wholesome blend of white beans, savory button mushrooms, and a medley of spices like sweet and smoked paprika, this plant-based spin on the classic alheira offers the same satisfying depth of flavor without any meat. The mixture is tucked into vegan sausage casings and grilled to perfection, creating a tender yet lightly crisp texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this hearty and protein-packed dish is perfect for pairing with sautéed greens or creamy mashed potatoes. Whether you're searching for comfort food or an impressive vegan centerpiece, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a flavorful culinary journey.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large, finely chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 300 grams, finely chopped Button mushrooms
• 400 grams, drained and rinsed Canned white beans
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 pieces Vegan sausage casings

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chopped mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the mushrooms are browned and most of the moisture has evaporated, approximately 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mash the white beans with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.

Step 5

Once the mushrooms are cooked, add them to the mashed beans along with breadcrumbs, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, ground cumin, soy sauce, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then divide it into four equal parts.

Step 7

Fill each vegan sausage casing with the mixture, shaping them into sausages. Tie the ends securely.

Step 8

Heat a non-stick grill pan over medium heat. Cook each sausage until browned on all sides, turning occasionally, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Step 9

Serve the vegetarian alheira sausages warm with your choice of sides, such as sautéed greens or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1287.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1926.9

Total Fat 48.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6960.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 301.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 94.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 584.5mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 3916.3mg	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: 21.5%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 59.8%