Meat & poultry

Vegan alternative to sausages

Short answer

Seitan sausages is the best all-round replacement for sausagesbangers and mash, grilling. 1:1.

Why sausages isn't vegan

Ground pork or beef in animal casings.

Best vegan substitutes

SubstituteBest for
Seitan sausagesBangers and mash, grilling
Pea-protein sausagesClosest to supermarket bangers
Bean and rice homemade sausagesCheap and whole-food

Conversion ratio

1:1.

Pro tip

Steam homemade seitan sausages in foil before frying — that's how you avoid the rubbery bite.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best vegan alternative to sausages?
Seitan sausages is the closest all-round swap — bangers and mash, grilling. 1:1.
Why isn't sausages vegan?
Ground pork or beef in animal casings.
How much do I use instead of sausages?
1:1.
Any tips for getting it right?
Steam homemade seitan sausages in foil before frying — that's how you avoid the rubbery bite.

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