Pepper Grain Sausages

These Pepper Grain Sausages are an absolute delight that you must try in various dishes like Einkorn Paella or Muhammara Redux with Sorghum. The combination of triticale berries, fire-roasted bell peppers, and savory spices creates an outstanding flavor profile that will leave your taste buds craving more. These sausages are not only perfect for incorporating into other recipes but are also incredibly versatile, making them a great addition to salads, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed as a snack. To enhance the taste and texture, it’s recommended to grill or brown them before serving. If triticale berries are not available, you can easily substitute them with cooked spelt berries, kamut, or wheat berries.

YIELD: This recipe yields approximately 8 sausages, each measuring 7 inches (18 cm) in length.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 heaping cup (190 g) cooked triticale berries
• Scant 6 ounces (1 generous cup, or 165 g) fire-roasted bell pepper
• 1/4 cup (30 g) nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons (32 g) tahini paste
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) water, divided
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) grapeseed or olive oil
• 2 teaspoons (5 g) ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons (5 g) Broth Powder
• 2 teaspoons (6 g) garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons (5 g) onion powder
• 2 teaspoons (4 g) smoked paprika
• 1 generous teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• 1 cup (144 g) vital wheat gluten

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the Sausage Mixture: In a food processor, combine the cooked triticale berries, fire-roasted bell pepper, nutritional yeast, tahini paste, fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup (60 ml) water, grapeseed or olive oil, ground cumin, Broth Powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and coarse kosher salt.
2. Process the mixture until it becomes partially smooth, allowing some grain texture to remain visible.
3. Form the Sausages: Transfer the mixture from the food processor to a large bowl.
4. Add the vital wheat gluten on top of the mixture and stir with a spoon until partially combined.
5. Switch to stirring with one hand, squeezing the mixture to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
6. If needed, add an extra 1 tablespoon (15 ml) water or 8 g of gluten to achieve a soft, workable dough.
7. Steam the Sausages: Divide the mixture evenly into eight 12-inch (30.5 cm) pieces of foil.
8. Form the mixture into sausages approximately 7 inches (18 cm) long.
9. Roll the foil tightly around each sausage, twisting the ends to enclose them.
10. Prepare a steamer, and then cover and steam the sausages for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
11. After steaming, remove the foil carefully to release the steam, and let the sausages cool on a wire rack.
12. Brown the Sausages: For optimal flavor, refrigerate the sausages overnight before serving.
13. When ready to cook, brown the sausages to enhance their taste and texture.
14. You can grill them or cook them in a lightly greased or dry pan over medium-low heat for approximately 10 minutes, rolling them to brown evenly on all sides.
15. Serve and Store: Once cooked, serve the Pepper Grain Sausages with your preferred accompaniments or use them in various recipes as desired.
16. Store any leftover sausages tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze them for up to 2 months.

NOTE:

• These scrumptious Pepper Grain Sausages are a must-try for their outstanding taste and versatility. Experiment with serving them in different dishes or enjoy them as a delicious and wholesome snack. With their delightful flavor and soy-free potential, these sausages are a fantastic addition to your plant-based culinary repertoire.