Description
Savory Tofu and Chestnut Sausage Rolls blend hearty plant-based proteins with rich seasonal flavors, creating a delightful British-inspired pastry. Crisp golden puff pastry and delectable filling make these rolls an irresistible snack you’ll crave for any gathering or casual meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 300 grams (10.6 ounces) firm tofu (drained and crumbled, e.g., Cauldron brand)
- 180 grams (6.3 ounces) roasted chestnuts (roughly chopped)
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 red onion (finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
Seasoning and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 1 tablespoon red onion chutney
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons cranberry sauce
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for frying)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet, warm olive oil over medium flame and gently sauté red onion until translucent and softened.
- Incorporate crumbled tofu, chopped chestnuts, and aromatic herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage) into the softened onions.
- Drizzle tamari and chutney into the mixture, stirring continuously to blend flavors and allow tofu to develop a light golden color.
- Season the filling with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then set aside to cool completely.
- Unfurl puff pastry sheet and slice lengthwise into two equal rectangular sections.
- Spread a vibrant ribbon of cranberry sauce along the center of each pastry strip.
- Distribute the cooled tofu-chestnut filling evenly over the cranberry sauce.
- Carefully fold the pastry edges, creating a sealed parcel and crimp with a fork to secure the filling.
- Brush the exterior with additional tamari to ensure a rich, golden crust during baking.
- Using a sharp knife, segment each roll into bite-sized portions.
- Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds across the top for added texture and visual appeal.
- Slide into a preheated oven at 200°C and bake until pastry transforms into a crisp, golden-brown delicacy.
- Allow rolls to rest briefly before serving, accompanied by extra cranberry sauce or chutney for dipping.
Notes
- Swap tofu with crumbled tempeh or seitan for different protein textures and flavor profiles.
- Replace chestnuts with chopped mushrooms or walnuts to create alternative nutty and earthy undertones.
- Ensure tofu is well-pressed and crumbled finely to achieve the most consistent and compact filling texture.
- Use gluten-free puff pastry and ensure tamari is certified gluten-free to make this recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg