Vegetarian Homemade Goetta

Discover the joy of "Vegetarian Homemade Goetta," a plant-based twist on the classic German-American breakfast treat. This hearty recipe swaps out meat for a savory blend of finely chopped mushrooms, aromatic herbs like thyme and marjoram, and rich steel-cut oats, slow-simmered in vegetable broth for a satisfyingly robust flavor. The mixture is chilled into a firm loaf, then sliced and pan-fried to crispy perfection. Perfectly paired with eggs, toast, or enjoyed on its own, this vegetarian goetta delivers a wholesome, protein-packed start to your day. With its simple ingredients, easy customization, and comforting texture, this recipe is destined to become a weekend breakfast favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Steel-cut oats
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 cups Water
• 1.5 cups Mushrooms, finely chopped
• 1 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 1 teaspoon Marjoram, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground sage
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, vegetarian

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped mushrooms to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the thyme, marjoram, ground sage, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 5

Once boiling, add the steel-cut oats. Reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. The oats should be tender and the mixture thickened.

Step 6

Stir in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat. Let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it into a greased loaf pan, pressing down to compact it tightly and spread evenly.

Step 8

Cover the loaf pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 2-3 hours. For best results, chill overnight.

Step 9

Once firm, remove goetta from the loaf pan and slice into 1/2-inch thick slices.

Step 10

To cook, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook slices in batches until golden-brown and crispy on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 11

Serve hot. Enjoy your delicious vegetarian goetta with eggs, toast, or on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2317.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2065.7

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4832.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.0g
Protein 71.6g	0%

Vitamin D 21IU	0%
Calcium 418.1mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 3036.7mg	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: 25.1%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 61.4%