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Contains plant protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried vegan sausage (50 g) has 145 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.5 g of carbs, 8.5 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
145
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
4.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 24% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 390 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Fried vegan sausage is usually made from plant proteins such as soy or wheat, along with oil, water and seasonings. Recipes vary by brand, and spices such as paprika, garlic and cumin create its savoury, sausage-like flavour.
Fry vegan sausage slices in a preheated non-stick pan over medium heat, and let one side brown before turning. Moving the slices too soon or using very high heat can make softer plant-based sausages crumble.
It can have a similar savoury, spiced flavour, especially when seasoned with cumin, garlic and paprika, but it is not identical to traditional Turkish sucuk. The texture and richness depend on the plant proteins and oils used.
Not always; some vegan sausages release enough oil as they heat, while leaner varieties may stick to the pan. Start with a hot non-stick pan and add only a little oil if the slices begin to catch.
Fried vegan sausage has already been fried, but whether the sausage was fully cooked before that depends on the product. Follow its cooking directions, and heat leftovers thoroughly before serving.
Fried vegan sausage works well in a breakfast plate with toast, tomatoes and sautéed peppers, or tucked into a sandwich with mustard and onions. Its strong seasoning also pairs well with mild sides such as potatoes.
Yes, you can reheat fried vegan sausage in a pan over low to medium heat until hot. Avoid prolonged heating, which can dry out the slices; if using a microwave, heat in short bursts and check between them.
Store leftover fried vegan sausage in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, then reheat it thoroughly before eating.
Yes, fried vegan sausage can be frozen. Freeze the cooled slices in an airtight container, separating them with baking paper so they are easier to portion; thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
Fried vegan sausage can provide plant protein, but it may also be high in salt and fat, and frying adds oil. Treat it as one part of a meal and pair it with vegetables or other less processed foods.
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B3
1.4mg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
390mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
145mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 145 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Fried vegan sausage is a plant-based take on Turkish sucuk, the boldly seasoned sausage traditionally flavoured with garlic and spices. Recipes vary, but plant proteins give it a firm, sliceable form. Pan-frying browns the outside while keeping the centre tender and savoury.
In Turkey, sucuk is often served at breakfast with bread, tomatoes and olives; this vegan version works well in the same sort of spread, or tucked into a warm sandwich. It brings plant protein to the plate, with 17 g per 100 g, as well as some fibre. For a lighter meal, use little oil and pair it with fresh vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.