Italian Tofu Sausage Crumbles

Add rich, savory flavor while enhancing the overall texture of your recipe with this healthy tofu sausage. A SUPER SIMPLE recipe for BIG flavor.

Are you ready for it?

Italian sausage never got me excited until I started following the Mediterranean pattern of eating. Tofu sausage was a game changer! No grease, no gristle– just savory, healthy goodness?! Yes, please.

I love adding these crumbles to any recipe I can–soups, breakfast tacos, Saturday Night Tofu Bolognese. What is your favorite way to use them? Comment below, I can’t wait to hear!

Enjoy!

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Instructions

Crumble tofu

Crumbled tofu in a mixing bowl flanked by Italian tofu sausage seasonings on a counter.

Mix in seasonings

Crumbled tofu with seasonings mixed in on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.

Place on baking sheet in single layer

Baked sausage crumbles on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Fennel seeds and wooden spoon are on the left of the baking sheet.

Bake until brown and crispy

Expert Tip

FAQ

Can I double this recipe?

YES! We do this all the time. Sometimes it’s a triple. Seriously, we eat a TON of these.

What kind of pumpkin should I use?

You want good old plain canned pumpkin. Not pumpkin pie filling. If you aren't sure, check the ingredients. The only ingredient should be pumpkin, pumpkin.

Italian Tofu Sausage Variations

Bolder Flavor -
Spicy - add chili pepper flakes while cooking to imbue heat into the dish, or banana peppers
Vegan - add guacamole, crispy onions or

Equipment

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Storage

You can make this up to 72 hours in advance of adding it to a recipe. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge.

I often double (or triple) the recipe and store extras in freezer safe ziploc bags for up to three months before using. Just be sure to remove any excess air in the zippy bag before freezing to maintain the flavor.

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