Vegetarian Traditional Pork Brawn

Experience a clever plant-based twist on a rustic favorite with this Vegetarian Traditional Pork Brawn recipe. Packed with the earthy richness of finely chopped cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and a medley of diced veggies, this savory dish mimics the texture and depth of classic pork brawn using wholesome ingredients. The secret lies in agar-agar powder, which sets the dish into a firm, sliceable mold, making it perfect for serving as an appetizer or side dish at your next gathering. Enhanced with soy sauce, warming allspice, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this vegetarian adaptation seamlessly combines tradition and innovation. Ready in just an hour of active prep and cooking time, this recipe proves that comfort food can be both cruelty-free and deliciously satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams Cremini mushrooms (finely chopped)
• 1 medium Onion (finely diced)
• 1 medium Carrot (finely diced)
• 1 stalk Celery (finely diced)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 500 milliliters Vegetable stock
• 2 teaspoons Agar-agar powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 leaf Bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic, and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook for another 10 minutes, until the mushrooms release their juices and the mixture reduces in volume.

Step 4

Add the soy sauce, black pepper, allspice, and salt, and continue stirring to combine.

Step 5

Pour the vegetable stock into the pan and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf, then stir in the agar-agar powder. Let the mixture simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes to activate the agar-agar.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the parsley and stir to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or mold, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

Step 9

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm and set.

Step 10

Once set, loosen the edges with a knife, invert onto a serving plate, and slice into portions to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1211.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	654.8

Total Fat 34.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4201.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 26.2g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 197.3mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 3107.3mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 40.2%