Vegan Pepperoni Recipe

Conquer your cravings with this spicy, homemade vegan pepperoni! Way cheaper than store-bought options, this recipe (adapted from The Vegan Dad) delivers the satisfying pepperoni flavor your family loves. Perfect for pizza, sandwiches, salads, tofu scrambles, or veggie burgers, this recipe is incredibly versatile. We've even perfected it with tahini for an extra delicious twist! Feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking—add more Tabasco for extra heat! Make a double batch; it freezes beautifully.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 60.4 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegan Pepperoni

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How to Make Vegan Pepperoni

  1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the tapioca starch.
  2. Mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tapioca starch and 1/4 cup of cold water to create a slurry.
  4. Gradually add the tapioca slurry to the main mixture, stirring constantly until well incorporated.
  5. If using a steamer, line a steamer basket with parchment paper and place the mixture in it. Steam over medium heat for 60 minutes, or until firm and cooked through. Alternatively, spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 75 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, let the pepperoni cool completely before slicing and storing. Enjoy!
  7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g